CNC Machine Operator – 2nd Shift
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Pay: Starting at $24.00/hr + $3.00/hr 2nd Shift Differential; higher rates available depending on experience.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced CNC Machine Operator to join a structural steel fabrication team on 2nd shift. This role involves operating CNC equipment, processing structural steel components, and ensuring finished work meets quality and dimensional requirements.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC equipment, including plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines
- Read and interpret structural steel shop drawings, blueprints, and work orders
- Load, position, and secure steel beams, plates, and other materials using overhead cranes and rigging equipment
- Monitor machine operation and make adjustments for accuracy and quality
- Use tape measures, calipers, squares, and other precision measuring tools
- Make basic programming edits and machine adjustments for different material sizes and thicknesses
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot basic CNC equipment issues
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment following OSHA and shop safety standards
Qualifications
- 2+ years of CNC machine operation experience, preferably in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing
- Ability to read and interpret structural steel shop drawings
- Experience using precision measuring tools
- Experience with overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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