Waterjet Operator - 2nd Shift

01 Hypertherm, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Profit-sharing/ESOP

Community service time

Environmental stewardship

No layoff philosophy

Job summary

Hypertherm Associates in Kent, WA is seeking a Waterjet Operator for 2nd shift to join our manufacturing team supporting the OMAX Waterjets product line.

You will set up and operate waterjets, run machining and assembly, and verify parts with precision tools. A 5+ year background in manual/CNC machines or waterjets is required, along with a HS diploma and good math skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience setting up and operating manual/CNC machines or Waterjets in manufacturing.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong shop math including arithmetic, geometry, and Cartesian coordinates.
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, comparators, dial indicators).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders and instructions.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office.
• Clear communication and reliability on a fixed 2nd shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality components meeting standards while supporting production flow on 2nd shift.
• Set up and operate OMAX Waterjets to produce parts that meet quality and safety standards.
• Perform machining, assembly, and basic packaging operations as required.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify part conformance and dimensional accuracy.
• Make routine machine adjustments and support basic troubleshooting to reduce downtime.
• Follow work instructions, setup sheets, engineering drawings, and safety requirements.
• Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with teammates and shift leadership to meet daily production priorities.

Skills

Machine setup

CNC operation

Waterjet operation

Precision measurement

Engineering drawings

Reading blueprints

MS Office

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Waterjet Operator – 2nd Shift Hypertherm Associates - OMAX in Kent, Washington Are you looking to make a career shift? Looking for a reliable, stable job where you can contribute to a team, learn, and grow? Hypertherm is seeking Machine Operators to join our Kent, Washington manufacturing team supporting our Waterjet product line. This role is ideal for someone with some experience with Machine Operating who enjoys hands‑on production work, consistent schedules, and contributing to a collaborative, lean manufacturing environment. As a 100% associate‑owned global leader in industrial cutting solutions, Hypertherm offers a stable, people‑centered workplace where quality, safety, and continuous improvement matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high‑quality components that meet exacting standards while supporting reliable production flow on 2nd shift.
• Set up and operate OMAX Waterjets to produce parts that meet quality, performance, and safety standards.
• Perform machining, assembly, and basic packaging operations as required.
• Use precision measurement tools to verify part conformance and dimensional accuracy.
• Make routine machine adjustments and support basic troubleshooting to reduce downtime.
• Follow work instructions, setup sheets, engineering drawings, and safety requirements.
• Participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Collaborate with teammates and shift leadership to meet daily production priorities.

Required knowledge, skills, education and experience

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience setting up and operating manual and CNC machines or Waterjets in a manufacturing environment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Strong working knowledge of shop math, including basic arithmetic, geometry, and Cartesian coordinate systems.
• Proven ability to use precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, comparators, and dial indicators.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with MS Office.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work reliably on a fixed 2nd‑shift schedule.

Preferred experience that differentiates you

• Experience working in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environments.
• Intermediate machine and process troubleshooting experience.
• Comfort using process documentation and setup instructions.

Location

Location: Kent, WA

Base pay

Base pay: $25-$30/hour based on experience

Additional benefits in joining Hypertherm Associates

• Collaborative, 100% employee‑owned culture
• No‑layoff philosophy, lasting almost 60 years
• Profit‑SharingandEmployeeStockOwnership(ESOP)
• Five days/year paidCommunity Service Time
• Strong commitment toEnvironmental Stewardship

Sponsorship of new applicants for employment authorization, or any other immigration‑related support, is not available for this position at this time.

Hypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).