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EBM Construction Inc

CNC Plasma/Waterjet Operator

Norfolk, NE · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Life insurance * and more 1. General Summary of the Position The CNC Plasma/Waterjet Operator position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining various types of machinery, including ...

EBM

CNC Plasma/Waterjet Operator

Norfolk, NE · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Life insurance * and more 1. General Summary of the Position The CNC Plasma/Waterjet Operator position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining various types of machinery, including ...

CTR Corporation

CNC Water Jet Operator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$22/hr

Pay Rate: $22 per Hour plus Benefits. 1st shift position SUMMARY: Seeking a CNC Waterjet Operator to work at our Machine Shop and cut raw material with waterjet per company provided blueprints.

EBM Construction Inc

CNC Plasma/Waterjet Operator

Norfolk, NE · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

Life insurance * and more 1. General Summary of the Position The CNC Plasma/Waterjet Operator position is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining various types of machinery, including ...

Accutrex Products

Waterjet Operator

Washington, PA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Shift differential for 2nd shift * Fresh food options in breakrooms * Clean, safety-focused shop ... Waterjet Operator - Swing Shift availability preferred (1st and 2nd only) AccuTrex Products, Inc ...

Accutrex Products

Waterjet Operator

Washington, PA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Shift differential for 2nd shift * Fresh food options in breakrooms * Clean, safety-focused shop ... Waterjet Operator - Swing Shift availability preferred (1st and 2nd only) AccuTrex Products, Inc ...

Accutrex Products

Waterjet Operator

Washington, PA · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Shift differential for 2nd shift * Fresh food options in breakrooms * Clean, safety-focused shop ... Waterjet Operator - Swing Shift availability preferred (1st and 2nd only) AccuTrex Products, Inc ...

WARDJet

Waterjet Operator

Tallmadge, OH

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

M-F 7:30-4:30 Position entails loading and unloading material onto waterjet cutting machine using overhead crane or forklift, loading correct CNC program file on PC Based controller and cutting parts ...

Pursuit Aerospace

Waterjet Operator

Eastford, CT · On-site

$16.75 - $20/hr

Job Posting TitleWaterjet Operator About Us: As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine ... Waterjet and CNC Machining knowledge a plus Physical Requirements: * Requires mobility in a ...

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Aerotek

Waterjet Operator

Wichita, KS · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Waterjet Operator The Waterjet Operator sets up and runs waterjet cutting equipment to produce ... Work is performed on waterjet machinery and related equipment during a first-shift schedule, Monday ...

Torus, Inc.

CNC Waterjet Technician

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

About the Role As a CNC Waterjet Technician at Torus, you will be a critical link in our advanced ... You aren't just operating a machine; you are responsible for the precision fabrication of ...

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How much do 3rd shift cnc waterjet operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for 3rd shift cnc waterjet operator in the United States is $23.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 3Rd Shift Cnc Waterjet Operator vs 3Rd Shift Cnc Machinist?

Aspect3Rd Shift Cnc Waterjet Operator3Rd Shift Cnc Machinist
CredentialsHigh school diploma, waterjet operation certificationHigh school diploma, CNC machining certification
Work EnvironmentManufacturing or fabrication shop with waterjet cutting equipmentMachine shop with CNC milling or turning machines
Industry UsageManufacturing, aerospace, signage, custom fabricationManufacturing, automotive, aerospace, tooling

Both roles involve operating CNC machinery, but the 3Rd Shift Cnc Waterjet Operator specializes in waterjet cutting, requiring specific waterjet operation skills and certifications. The 3Rd Shift Cnc Machinist typically works with various CNC machines like mills or lathes. While their work environments and credentials overlap, their primary tasks and equipment differ, making each role unique within manufacturing settings.

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Infographic showing various 3Rd Shift Cnc Waterjet Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,183 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

CNC/Waterjet Operator - 1st shift

UFP Industries

Thornton, CA • On-site

$23.50 - $27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

UFP Industries rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 90 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

261st of 540 rated manufacturers

Job description

Job Summary

The CNC Machine Operator is responsible for the execution of CNC Machine Tool Operations. The setups of fixtures, jigs, spoil boards, and tooling to perform the machining operations. This includes making complex cuts using the specified tooling and materials as directed by management and the applications programmer. Cuts, shapes, and does boring, counter boring, counter sinking operations in lumber and other nonferrous materials to job specifications.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepares spoil boards for use and manages the process to determine when they are to be changed and replaced.
  • Touches off tools and enters registration in the CNC control to machine the programs to meet customer specifications, in a safe condition and prevents property damage.
  • Changes tools and properly collects tooling for safety to protect employee and company assets.
  • Utilizes tools touch probes, calibration programs, and height gages to set machine tools for tool changes and cutting processes
  • Storages programming files and is responsible for file management.
  • Checks processed lumber to ensure operation is producing to required job specifications.
  • Secures and maintains material and supplies required on the operation according to production sheets.
  • Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate.
  • Completes pre shift startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
  • Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.
  • Maintains production records as required.
  • Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards.
  • Performs minor preventive maintenance as specified.
  • Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Minimum high school diploma.
  • Minimum of 1 year of CNC machine tool experience focus on FANUC controlled driven CNC machine is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of mathematical functions.
  • Working knowledge of Cartesian coordinate graphic systems.
  • Must be able to understand and interpret the various Machine Code for FANUC controlled based CNC machines.
  • Working knowledge of computer equipment.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

Compensation & Benefit Information:

Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $23.50 - $27.00 an hour dependent on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay:

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

  • Medical insurance
  • Health savings account with company contribution
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Basic and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Stock purchase program with employee discount
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Wellness programs and challenges
  • Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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Universal Forest Products, Inc., is a U.S.-based global corporation that finds reward in its roots and its hard-earned success. Founded in 1955 as a supplier of lumber to the manufactured housing industry, Universal today is a multibillion-dollar holding company with subsidiaries around the globe that serve three robust markets: retail, industrial and construction. Since 1993, Universal has been publicly traded (Nasdaq: UFPI). We re headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Industry

Wood product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Grand Rapids, MI, US

Year founded

1955

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