WaterJet Operator - 1st shift

Pegasus Northwest, Inc.

Kent (WA)

On-site

USD 28,929 - 35,817

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

401K

Personal Time

Holiday Pay

On-Site Gym

Wellness Programs

Job summary

A leading water jet cutting company in Kent, WA is seeking an experienced WaterJet Operator for the 1st shift. Responsibilities include operating CNC machines, ensuring quality control, and following safety standards. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a positive attitude. Training is provided for waterjet machine operations. Competitive pay along with health benefits and a focus on work-life balance are offered.

Qualifications

Experience with waterjet machines preferred but not required; training provided.
Ability to stand for long periods and bend throughout an 8-hour shift.

Responsibilities

Perform machine operations using numerical control machining.
Inspect machinery and parts for quality and accuracy.
Adhere to safety procedures and regulations.

Skills

Experience with waterjet machines and software

Excellent English communication skills

Good computer skills

Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment

Ability to work independently

Team player with a positive disposition

Job description

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Base pay range

$21.00/hr - $26.00/hr

Pegasus Northwest located in Kent, WA is currently looking for an experienced WaterJet Operator to join our team in a fast paced and rewarding environment. We are a company that believes in work-life balance and offer our employee's Health Benefits, 401K, Personal Time, Holiday Pay, On-Site Gym, and Wellness Programs.

Since 1997 Pegasus Northwest, Inc. has built an exceptional reputation of quality and service in the Aerospace Industry by being the premier water jet cutter in the Pacific Northwest. To learn more about us please visit www.pegasusnw.com

We are looking for a person that is positive, energetic, forward-thinking and can be a part of a team.

Water Jet Operator plans and performs a variety of machine operations utilizing numerical control machining centers to cut, shape, or form metal workpieces to specifications. Water jet cut parts in accordance of work orders and instructions. Follow company policies, procedures, produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine. Maintains quality and safety standards, keeps records and maintains equipment and supplies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Inspect your machine for cleanliness, worn / broken parts
Review Tie-in before proceeding
Review work order, verify everything is filled out correctly before proceeding
Arrange the machine & Inspect the following: nozzle size, nozzle perpendicularity, table set-up, abrasive hopper and metering disk flow rate, mtl levelness
Sets-up adjusting nozzle and abrasive metering disk, space heads equally per program instructions, enter correct cutter offsets
Programs controller by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, proving part programs
Pull material per work instructions, verify quantity, material type, record lot/batch numbers and THICKNESS
Square material to machines axis, create part program zero
Look for improvements for cutting faster, material yields, and or foreseen concerns
Ensure timely preparation and availability of all production materials to avoid shortage during production
Maintains specifications by inspecting parts, adjusting feeds and speeds, cutter compensation, maintaining Z-height throughout the entire process, adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes
Documents actual parts cut, rejects, segregates questionable parts, fills out work order complete before moving to next operation
Visually inspects the pump and machine for signs of leaks, tares, broken parts, etc. before operating and cutting first part
Strictly adhere to bid speed and work order specifications and ensure good quality work
Inspect first part for accuracy i.e. edge quality, dimensions, etc. before taking part to QA, lead / supervisor
Adhere to sampling plans, perform random part sampling on your own accord
Troubleshoot machine problems to determine actual faults before calling maintenance or lead / supervisor
Report to supervisor(s) regularly, keeping them updated on production activities and progress e.g. shortage of material, better nesting opportunities, RISKS, etc.
Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

Skills / Knowledge:

Experience with waterjet machines and software is preferred but not required. TRAINING PROVIDED!
Excellent English communication skills
Have good computer skills
Ability to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-moving environment
Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities
Must be a team player with a positive and professional disposition
Ability to stand for long periods of time, ability to bend and squat throughout an 8-hour shift

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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