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CNC Router and Waterjet Operator

Job in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, 76102, USA
Listing for: Essner Manufacturing
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-28
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 54000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 54000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Are you an energetic and dependable employee that takes pride in your craft? Are you able to perform your job with little oversite? Can you operate multiple machines while maintaining high quality? Would you like to be part of a dynamic and growing aerospace manufacturing business? Essner Manufacturing is looking for qualified Machine Operators to run various types of parts across a variety of machine tools.

Essner is seeking a self-starter, precise individual to operate our routers and waterjets. The ideal candidate has worked in manufacturing environments and had documented successes in safety, quality, and is experienced in operating CNC routers and waterjets.

If this is an accurate description of who you are, please complete our application at the following link:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./0D55BA
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If this does not describe you, please do not apply – this role is not a good fit.

Essner Manufacturing () is a growing company based in Ft. Worth, TX supplying precision CNC machined and sheet metal components as well as complex sub-assemblies to the aerospace and defense industries. We offer competitive benefits, 401K, PTO, flexible holiday policy and education reimbursement.

Reports to:

Machine Shop Manager

Key Responsibilities:

Ability to set up and operate both Water Jets and Router to produce aerospace parts

Maintain dimensional accuracy during the machining process by using precision measuring instruments (pin gauges, mylars, calipers, laser scanning)
Make sure the equipment is in top operation performance and alert supervisor of repairs when needed

Pull programs from DXF catalog to machine controller

Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance cutting, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required

Sets up and operates machine/tools on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data Indicates X and Y and adjusts indication as necessary

Makes feed rate adjustments.

Possesses basic hand trim skills and the ability to ream holes and trim tabs Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Maintain organization of jobs and material inventory in work center

Understanding of cutting speeds, garnet types and water pressure

Able to perform in a team environment

Consults with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining problems

Dependable and possesses a strong work ethic with the ability to produce high quality parts

Performs clean-up and maintenance tasks

Math Skills – decimals, percentages, fractions, geometry and understanding of Polar and Cartesian Coordinate Systems preferred

Perform other duties as assigned

Basic

Qualification:

High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

Minimum two (2) years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Minimum one (1) years of experience as a Machine Operator.

Experience with 3, 4 and 5 axis mills.

Experience with Mazak, Fadal, Okuma, and Haas controllers.

Experience using different measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, radius gages)
High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution

Minimum one (1) years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Minimum one (1) years of experience as a Router or Waterjet Operator Ability to carry 50 lbs

Experience with Komo and Omax controllers

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Basic program reading skills using MS Windows applications as well as downloading files

Fundamental understanding of M and G codes

Experience using different measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, radius gages).ERP/ MRP experience

This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Preferred Qualifications Five (5) years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment

Three (3) years of experience as a Router or Water Jet Operator Understanding of equipment maintenance

Understanding of setups and nesting concepts

Understanding of sheet metal machining on various material types. (Titanium, Aluminum, Inconel)
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