Structural Steel CNC Operator
Location: York, PA
Job Type: Contract to Hire
Shift: 2nd Shift
Starting Rate: $23.00/hour + $3.00 night differential (higher depending on experience)
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled CNC Machine Operator to work with structural steel materials in a fast-paced fabrication environment. This position involves operating CNC equipment, handling large steel components, reading shop drawings, and ensuring finished work meets required specifications.
What You'll Do
- Operate and set up CNC equipment, including plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.
- Review blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders to determine dimensions and production requirements.
- Use overhead cranes and rigging equipment to position and secure beams, plates, and other steel materials.
- Monitor equipment during production and make adjustments to maintain accuracy and quality.
- Measure completed work using tape measures, calipers, squares, and other precision tools.
- Make basic programming changes to accommodate varying material sizes and thicknesses.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot basic machine issues.
- Keep the work area clean and follow OSHA and shop safety requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training is a plus.
- At least 2 years of CNC machine operation experience, preferably in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
- Ability to read and understand structural steel shop drawings.
- Experience using precision measuring equipment.
- Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging is preferred.
- Strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
- Able to work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced shop environment.
