Waterjet Operator 1st Shift, Precision Machining

Element Materials Technology; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Materials Technology is seeking a Waterjet Operator (1st Shift) in Ohio to join our operations team. The role involves setting up and executing machining tasks, preparing specimens for testing and maintaining equipment under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or equivalent experience in a related field, strong safety knowledge, and ability to mentor junior machinists. This on-site position runs Monday through Friday with daytime hours.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED preferred; college coursework welcomed.
• Associate degree in related testing or science field and/or 3–6 years machining shop experience.
• Experience with specimen preparation.
• Familiarity with measuring instruments and dimensional concepts.
• Strong computer skills and safety knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specimens for testing per customer specifications.
• Set up and perform machining tasks per specifications.
• Minimal supervision from Department Manager, Principal Machinist, Project Coordinator or Engineer.
• Mentor and train machinists with less experience through clear communication of machining processes.
• Maintain equipment and schedule preventative maintenance.
• Record dimensions in accordance with QA requirements.

Skills

Lab safety

HS diploma/GED

Associates degree + 3–6 yrs

Specimen preparation

Assoc degree in mechanical field

Machining concepts & measurements

Machining shop safety

Computer skills

Algebra & geometry

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate degree in related testing/science

Associate degree in mechanical field

Job description

Element Materials Technology is seeking a Waterjet Operator (1st Shift) in Ohio to join our operations team. The role involves setting up and executing machining tasks, preparing specimens for testing and maintaining equipment under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or equivalent experience in a related field, strong safety knowledge, and ability to mentor junior machinists. This on-site position runs Monday through Friday with daytime hours.