WaterJet Operator - 1st shift

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect your machine for cleanliness, worn / broken parts
• Review Tie-in before proceeding
• Review work order, verify everything is filled out correctly before proceeding
• Arrange the machine & Inspect the following: nozzle size, nozzle perpendicularity, table set-up, abrasive hopper and metering disk flow rate, mtl levelness
• Set-ups adjusting nozzle and abrasive metering disk, space heads equally per program instructions, enter correct cutter offsets
• Programs controller by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, proving part programs
• Pull material per work instructions, verify quantity, material type, record lot/batch numbers and THICKNESS
• Square material to machines axis, create part program zero
• Look for improvements for cutting faster, material yields, and or foreseen concerns
• Maintain timely preparation and availability of all production materials to avoid shortage during production
• Maintain quality and safety standards, keeps records and maintains equipment and supplies
• Documents actual parts cut, rejects, segregates questionable parts, fills out work order complete before moving to next operation
• Visually inspects the pump and machine for signs of leaks, tares, broken parts, etc. before operating and cutting first part
• Strictly adhere to bid speed and work order specifications and ensure good quality work
• Troubleshoot machine problems to determine actual faults before calling maintenance or lead / supervisor
• Report to supervisor(s) regularly, keeping them updated on production activities and progress e.g. shortage of material, better nesting opportunities, RISKS, etc.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs

Skills / Knowledge

• Experience with waterjet machines and software is preferred but not required. TRAINING PROVIDED!
• Excellent English communication skills
• Have good computer skills
• Multi-task in a dynamic, fast-moving environment
• Work independently and prioritize responsibilities
• Be a team player with a positive and professional disposition
• Stand for long periods of time, ability to bend and squat throughout an 8-hour shift

Pay Range

$21 - $26 per hour

Benefits

Pegasus Northwest offers Health Benefits, 401K, Personal Time, Holiday Pay, On-Site Gym, and Wellness Programs.

Company Information

Pegasus Northwest, Inc. is a company that believes in work-life balance and offers its employees Health Benefits, 401K, Personal Time, Holiday Pay, On-Site Gym, and Wellness Programs. Since 1997, Pegasus Northwest, Inc. has built an exceptional reputation of quality and service in the Aerospace Industry by being the premier water jet cutter in the Pacific Northwest.