Waterjet Technician I

Socket.dev; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) Matching

Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Dependent Care Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Safety Shoes Allowance

Prescription Safety Glasses Program

Shift Differentials

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

G.S. Precision is seeking a self-motivated Water Jet Operator to oversee FLOW and OMAX machines in a production setting, ensuring parts meet customer drawings and specifications. You will work closely with engineering teams to maintain quality and accuracy.

Ideal candidates bring experience with water jet technology, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment on the 1st shift. We offer comprehensive benefits and a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience with FLOW/OMAX water jet machines or ability to learn.
• Ability to read engineering schematics and blueprints.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a manufacturing team to maintain product quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate FLOW and OMAX Water Jet machines to produce parts per drawings.
• Perform setup, start/stop, load/feed, and monitor machine operations.
• Inspect parts to verify measurements and tolerances.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Complete transactions and paperwork for each job with proper descriptions.

Skills

FLOW Water Jet

OMAX Water Jet

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

FLOW Water Jet

OMAX Water Jet

Job description

Description

G.S. Precision manufactures critical components for the Aerospace and Defense industries. With 700 employees across four integrated locations totaling 230,000 sq. ft., we draw on 60+ years of experience and cutting-edge technology to deliver consistent, high-quality results.

Our Mission & Values

To provide a proud, caring, and safe environment that allows our team to thrive in delivering value to our customers. We encourage creative thinking and problem solving. We grow our company through open communication, strong leadership, and continuous improvement that benefits our customers, employees, their families, and our communities.

Our Vision:

To be the most trusted global partner in precision manufacturing and assembly of highly engineered mission critical products, recognized for our commitment to innovation, quality, and ability to enable our customers success.

Generate Sustained Profitability

We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes but not limited to:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Care Coverage
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• 401 (k) Matching Retirement Plan
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Safety Shoe Allowance
• Prescription Safety Glasses Program
• Shift Differentials for 2nd and 3rd Shifts
• Bereavement Leave

Schedule: 1st Shift Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

Job Objective:

G.S. Precision is looking for a self-motivated and flexible Water Jet Operator. This position will oversee and operate FLOW and OMAX model Water Jet machines in a production environment, working closely with engineering teams, to yield parts to customer drawings and specifications.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Water Jet operations related to quantity production of identical units.
• Operate FLOW and OMAX model brand Water Jet machines with customer drawing and specifications.
• Cut and handle high quality, precision parts and tooling from a variety of materials.
• Perform inspections and verifications of the products measurements and dimensions.
• Responsible for the safe Start/Stop, Load/Feed and monitor operation of the machines.
• Maintain a safe and clean/organized work environment as part of a cohesive team.
• Complete necessary transactions and scans for each job process to include paperwork with proper descriptions.
• Able to perform Preventative Maintenance checks daily at the operator level including power-up, operations checks and pumping while notifying Maintenance of significant deficiencies.
• Ensure the work orders and materials are of acceptable quantity.
• Ensure we meet or exceed customer specifications as outlined on the manufacturing order/print.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of FLOW and OMAX Water Jet machines and associated tooling, or ability to learn.
• Possess mechanical knowledge and aptitude i.e. ability to replace nozzles, tubes, and other components as needed.
• Experience and/or ability to learn to read engineering schematics and blueprints.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a manufacturing team to maintain product quality and consistent output.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and maneuver heavy plate metal into Water Jet beds.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time up to and sometimes exceeding 60 minute intervals.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. in a physically demanding environment.

We are looking for people who are highly motivated with the ability to work in a fast paced environment. Must be a professional with strong work ethic and comfortable working as part of a team that includes all levels of the organization.
Come join our team!
G.S. Precision is committed to Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and to be in compliance with all Federal, State and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, natural origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition, disability or veteran’s status or any other classification protected by State/Federal laws.