CNC Machine Operator – 1st and 2nd Shift

CNC Machine Operator – 1st & 2nd Shifts Available

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. Both 1st and 2nd shift opportunities are available. 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