Waterjet Operator (30084)

Precise Systems; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Precise Systems in Crane, Indiana, is seeking a Water Jet Operator to set up, operate, and maintain CNC water jet cutting equipment to produce precision components from engineering drawings. This in-person role requires experience with CNC machinery, reading drawings, and working with metals and other materials in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include loading materials, selecting programs and tooling, inspecting parts with calipers and micrometers, performing deburring and

Qualifications

• Six years of experience in the listed duties or an Associates degree with four years of experience.
• Six years of experience in CNC water jet operations, setup, and inspection.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and working with multiple materials.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC water jet cutting equipment.
• Review drawings, work instructions, and material requirements before production.
• Load materials and position on cutting table; select programs and tooling.
• Monitor operations, adjust settings to maintain quality, inspect parts with calipers and micrometers.
• Perform deburring and finishing; maintain records of production and maintenance.
• Communicate issues to appropriate personnel and follow safety procedures.

Skills

CNC water jet operation

Reading technical drawings

Metals handling

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree (AA)

Tools

CAD/CAM

Nesting software

Water jet programming software

Job description

Overview

Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation's critical defense programs. We provide expertise across Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success.

Role

We are seeking a Water Jet Operator to support fabrication and prototype operations. This position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC water jet cutting equipment to produce precision components in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements. The ideal candidate will have experience operating CNC equipment, reading technical drawings, and working with a variety of metals and other materials in a manufacturing environment.

This role requires in-person support.

Duties

• Set up and operate CNC water jet cutting equipment.
• Review engineering drawings, work instructions, and material requirements before beginning production.
• Load and position materials on the cutting table.
• Select and load appropriate cutting programs, tooling, and machine settings.
• Monitor cutting operations and make adjustments to maintain quality and accuracy.
• Measure and inspect completed parts using calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other inspection equipment.
• Perform deburring, cleaning, and basic finishing of completed components as required.
• Identify machine, programming, material, or quality issues and communicate concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate production, material usage, inspection, and maintenance records.
• Safely operate forklifts, cranes, hoists, or other material-handling equipment when properly trained and authorized.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all safety procedures, quality standards, and production requirements.
• Assist with other fabrication, machining, and shop activities as needed.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Six (6) years of experience in the duties listed above OR an Associates degree with four (4) years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience operating an abrasive CNC water jet cutting system.
• Experience with CAD/CAM, nesting, or water jet programming software.
• Experience cutting aluminum, stainless steel, carbon steel, composites, plastics, or other industrial materials.
• Experience working in an aerospace, defense, automotive, machining, or precision-manufacturing environment.
• Forklift, crane, or material-handling experience.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance and basic mechanical troubleshooting.

This position is covered by the Service Contract Labor Standard under a Wage Determination. Selected candidates are entitled to both the hourly rate aforementioned and a health and welfare benefit, provided through a bona fide plan that includes certain insurance coverage.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, fostering innovation and continued success. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for current openings and our benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.