Minimum 3 years of experience operating CNC manufacturing equipment in an industrial environment.
Experience operating CNC plasma cutting systems, robotic processing cells, beam lines, laser tables, or other automated manufacturing equipment.
Experience working in structural steel fabrication, shipbuilding, heavy manufacturing, or industrial production environments.
Familiarity with CNC programming concepts, G-code, robotic motion systems, or nesting software.
Experience reading fabrication drawings and understanding geometric tolerances.
Forklift and overhead crane operating experience.
Basic understanding of preventive maintenance practices.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts
High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing documentation.
Working knowledge of measurement tools including tape measures, calipers, squares, and gauges.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and dimensional verification.
Basic computer proficiency for machine interfaces and production reporting.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and twisting.
Ability to operate equipment controls and use hand tools.
Visual ability to inspect parts and monitor machine operation.
Ability to wear required PPE includes safety glasses, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat, and respiratory protection where required.