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CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator

Qualdoc
York, PA Other
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/13/2026

CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator

Location: York, PA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shift: 2nd Shift
Pay Rate: Starting at $23.00/hour; higher depending on experience, plus a $3.00/hour night shift differential.

Job Overview

We are seeking a CNC Machine Operator to process structural steel parts in a manufacturing environment. This position involves operating automated cutting and drilling equipment, reading fabrication drawings, handling steel materials, and checking finished components for accuracy and quality.

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Key Responsibilities
  • Set up and run CNC plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines to process steel components.

  • Read blueprints, structural steel shop drawings, and work orders to determine machining requirements.

  • Use overhead cranes and rigging equipment to move, position, and secure steel beams, plates, and other materials.

  • Monitor machine performance and adjust settings to maintain accuracy and quality.

  • Check measurements and tolerances using tape measures, calipers, squares, and other precision tools.

  • Make basic programming edits and machine adjustments for varying material sizes and thicknesses.

  • Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot basic equipment problems.

  • Keep the work area clean and follow OSHA and shop safety procedures.


Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED; technical or trade school training preferred.

  • At least 2 years of CNC machine operating experience, preferably in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.

  • Ability to read and interpret structural steel shop drawings and blueprints.

  • Experience using precision measuring tools, including calipers, tape measures, and squares.

  • Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team in a fast-paced production environment.


Preferred Experience
  • Familiarity with overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment.


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