Structural Steel CNC Equipment Operator

Structural Steel CNC Equipment Operator

Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Location: Cocoa Beach, FL
Starting Pay: From $27.00 per hour (higher starting pay available based on experience)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel CNC Equipment Operator to join a steel fabrication team. This role is responsible for operating CNC processing equipment used to cut, drill, and prepare structural steel while maintaining quality, safety, and production standards.

Candidates should have experience operating one or more types of structural steel processing equipment and be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

### Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC equipment for structural steel fabrication.

Select machine settings to ensure efficient and accurate production.

Measure materials and verify finished parts meet required specifications.

Select the correct material type, stock size, and dimensions for each job.

Mark parts and transfer production information to materials as required.

Operate overhead cranes and material handling systems to move steel safely.

Maintain accurate production and material usage records.

Perform routine preventive maintenance and assist with troubleshooting equipment issues.

Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.

### Required Qualifications

Experience operating a CNC plasma table or CNC equipment used for structural steel sawing, drilling, or cutting.

Experience with one or more of the following equipment:

• Kinetic Plasma Table
• Peddinghaus Saw/Drill Line
• Peddinghaus Angle Master
• Ficep Beamline
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes and material transfer systems.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately to 1/16 inch.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during the workday.
• Ability to work in both hot and cold manufacturing environments.

### Preferred Qualifications

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, fabrication drawings, symbols, and production notes.

Experience using Tekla PowerFab.

Previous experience in a structural steel fabrication facility.