CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator

CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator

Location: York, PA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shifts: 1st and 2nd Shift Available
Starting Pay: $23/hour; higher depending on experience
Night Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour

Position Overview

We are hiring a CNC Machine Operator to process structural steel components in a heavy manufacturing environment. This role involves setting up and running fabrication machinery, checking finished parts for accuracy, and handling steel materials safely throughout production.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.
• Review blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders to confirm job requirements.
• Load and position steel beams, plates, and other materials using overhead cranes and rigging equipment.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust settings to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Measure completed work using tape measures, calipers, and squares.
• Make basic program edits or machine adjustments for different material sizes and thicknesses.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot operating issues.
• Keep equipment and work areas clean and follow OSHA and shop safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.
• At least 2 years of CNC machine operation experience in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
• Ability to read and understand structural steel shop drawings and blueprints.
• Experience using precision measuring tools.
• Familiarity with overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.

Pay and Benefits

• Starting pay of $23/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience.
• Additional $3.00/hour differential for 2nd shift.
• Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term employment.