CNC Waterjet
Champion Personnel System
Aurora, OH, USA
USD 20-24 / hour
Posted on Dec 17, 2025
CNC Waterjet
Posted: 12/17/25 2025-12-16 2026-02-14 Job Number: 51221490 Pay Rate: $20-22 / hour
Job Description
Now Hiring: CNC Waterjet Operator | $20–$21/hr (BOE) | Contract-to-Hire | Aurora, OH
Hours & Location
Location: Aurora, OH (assignment to one of three nearby facilities determined upon hire)
Shifts Available:
Location: Aurora, OH (assignment to one of three nearby facilities determined upon hire)
Shifts Available:
- 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 2:00 PM – 12:30 AM
- Weekend Shift: Friday 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM, Saturday & Sunday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Start Date: ASAP
Lunch/Breaks: 30-minute unpaid lunch
Dress Code: Steel-toed boots, jeans, and a shirt
Pay & Benefits
- Hourly Rate: $20–$24, depending on experience
- Contract-to-hire with raise potential upon full-time hire
- Medical, Dental & Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid for employees
- 401(k): 100% match on the first 3%, and 50% match on the next 2%
- Benefits begin the 1st of the month following your start date
- Join a company with 10-month order backlog and over 50% growth last year
Job Responsibilities
As a CNC Waterjet Operator, you will be responsible for producing sheet metal parts using a waterjet cutting machine. This is a hands-on production role in a clean, fast-paced environment. Core responsibilities include:
As a CNC Waterjet Operator, you will be responsible for producing sheet metal parts using a waterjet cutting machine. This is a hands-on production role in a clean, fast-paced environment. Core responsibilities include:
- Loading and unloading sheet metal into machines
- Pulling and executing nested programs for part runs
- Labeling and cataloging completed parts
- Performing daily startup/shutdown of the machine
- Conducting visual inspections to ensure part quality
- Performing light machine troubleshooting and edits to programs as needed
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of CNC or related machine operation experience
- Ability to read mechanical prints and part drawings
- Proficient with measuring tools such as calipers
- Comfortable navigating and modifying machine programs
- Basic PC skills for data entry and machine logging
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience with laser cutting machines, automation, or punch press
- Familiarity with industrial fabrication environments
Physical Requirements
- Able to stand for full shift durations
- Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs
- Visual acuity to read prints, operate equipment, and inspect parts
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Must pass a 5-panel drug screen
- No felony convictions within the past 7 years
- Resume or job application required for interview
Workplace & Culture
This manufacturer operates across three highly specialized buildings in Aurora. Products include custom-built enclosures ranging from 6 to 8 feet tall, constructed using advanced fabrication equipment like lasers, press brakes, and robotic systems. The environment is clean, organized, and safety-oriented—with a culture of cross-training and high attention to quality.
This manufacturer operates across three highly specialized buildings in Aurora. Products include custom-built enclosures ranging from 6 to 8 feet tall, constructed using advanced fabrication equipment like lasers, press brakes, and robotic systems. The environment is clean, organized, and safety-oriented—with a culture of cross-training and high attention to quality.
Why Join This Team
- Stable, fast-growing company with long-term security
- Top-tier benefits with 100% company-paid healthcare
- Clean, safe, and well-equipped shop floors
- Access to high-end machinery and automation tools
- Strong opportunity for internal advancement
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