CNC Steel Processing Machine Operator
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CNC Steel Processing Machine Operator Location: Richmond, VAJob Type: Contract-to-HireShifts: 1st and 2nd Shift AvailableStarting Pay: $24.00/hour, with potential for higher pay based on experience.
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shifts: 1st and 2nd Shift Available
Starting Pay: $24.00/hour, with potential for higher pay based on experience. 2nd shift includes an additional $3.00/hour differential.
We are seeking a CNC Steel Processing Operator to run automated equipment used to cut and drill structural steel. This position requires mechanical aptitude, blueprint reading skills, accurate measurements, and safe handling of heavy materials in a production environment.
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Set up and operate CNC plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.
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Read structural steel blueprints, shop drawings, and work orders.
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Use overhead cranes and rigging equipment to load, position, and secure steel beams, plates, and other materials.
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Monitor machine operation and adjust settings to maintain accuracy and product quality.
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Measure finished components using tape measures, calipers, squares, and other precision measuring tools.
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Make basic programming edits and adjust machine settings for different material sizes and thicknesses.
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Perform routine equipment maintenance and troubleshoot basic machine issues.
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Follow OSHA and shop safety procedures and keep the work area clean and organized.
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At least 2 years of CNC machine operation experience, preferably in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
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Ability to read and interpret structural steel blueprints and shop drawings.
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Experience using precision measuring tools, including calipers, squares, and tape measures.
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Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
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High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.
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Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced production environment.
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Operating overhead cranes and forklifts.
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Knowledge of rigging and safe material-handling practices.
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Starting base pay of $24.00/hour; higher pay may be available depending on experience.
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Additional $3.00/hour shift differential for 2nd shift.
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1st and 2nd shift opportunities available.
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Contract-to-hire employment.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $49,920 a year
- 14% above the $43,680 median for Machine Operator jobs on Jobera (263 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- Today
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 19, 2026
- First seen
- October 19, 2026
- Last seen
- October 19, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 79%
- Scored at
- October 19, 2026
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