CNC Plate-Cutting Operator (Metals Fabrication)

What your day looks like

Join a leading manufacturer near Decatur, AL as a CNC-focused metal cutting operator. From clock-in to close, you’ll translate drawings into precision-cut metal plates, keep production flowing, and collaborate closely with fabrication and welding teams.

A day in the role

• Review work orders and job specs, then load metal sheets/plates onto the cutting equipment safely.
• Set up machines and programs, dialing in parameters like speed and amperage to match each job.
• Run parts and verify accuracy with calipers and tape measures; make adjustments for tight tolerances.
• Keep equipment clean and perform basic preventive maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Coordinate handoffs with fabrication and welding so jobs move seamlessly through the shop.

What you bring

• Comfort standing and walking for a full shift; able to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Commitment to safety and proper PPE at all times.
• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• Ability to pass a measurement assessment.
• Steel-toed boots required.

Schedule and pay

• 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM
• $18/hour with overtime opportunities

Why you’ll love it

Count on steady hours, the chance to earn OT, and a path to grow with a respected company.

Benefits (through CloudRay)

• Weekly pay
• Health insurance
• Incentives and performance-based bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Temp-to-hire career growth potential

Compliance

Must pass a Background & Drug Screen