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Nesting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Qualifications: * 3+ years in CNC programming/nesting. * Proficiency with Solid Works/AutoCAD literacy. * ERP traveler familiarity: strong Excel ( lookups, QC calculators, basic SPC templates)

TEMP - Eagles Nest Program (Program Participants Only) This position is exclusively for current Eagles Nest Program participants. Purpose The Eagles Nest Program supports individuals ages 18-25 in ...

Laser Operator / Laser Nester

Malta, OH · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

Use nesting software to optimize material layouts and minimize waste * Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications * Measure parts using tape measures, micrometers, and ...

Eagles Nest Program

Erie, PA · On-site

$18.19/hr

Purpose The Eagles Nest Program supports individuals ages 18-25 in developing workplace skills and becoming successful employees. This is a 30-day temporary position through UPMC WorkSource ...

$12.25 - $16/hr

Eagle's Nest Camp is non-profit, overnight camp located on 200 acres of wooded land in the lush mountains of Western North Carolina, just southwest of Asheville and down the road from Pisgah National ...

At The Nest MUIRFIELD, you will be joining a family of educators who truly understand the value of Early Childhood Education. You will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and make a ...

At The Nest MUIRFIELD, you will be joining a family of educators who truly understand the value of Early Childhood Education. You will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and make a ...

Early Childhood Educator

Powell, OH · On-site

$15 - $19/hr

At The Nest MUIRFIELD, you will be joining a family of educators who truly understand the value of Early Childhood Education. You will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and make a ...

At The Nest Westerville Dempsey, you will be joining a family of educators who truly understand the value of Early Childhood Education. You will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts ...

At The Nest CLEMMONS, you will be joining a family of educators who truly understand the value of Early Childhood Education. You will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and make a ...

Early Childhood Educator

Clemmons, NC · On-site

$13 - $19/hr

At The Nest CLEMMONS, you will be joining a family of educators who truly understand the value of Early Childhood Education. You will have the opportunity to learn from industry experts and make a ...

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How much do nesting jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for nesting in the United States is $48.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.18 and $58.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Nesting job?

A Nesting job typically involves optimizing the arrangement of materials for cutting, such as metal, wood, or fabric, to minimize waste and improve efficiency. It is commonly used in manufacturing, CNC machining, and sheet metal fabrication. Nesting professionals use specialized software to plan layouts that maximize material utilization while ensuring precise cuts. This process helps reduce costs and improve production efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Nesting position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Nesting role, which typically refers to a specialist in optimizing material layouts for manufacturing processes, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in CAD or CAM systems. Proficiency with nesting software such as SigmaNEST, AutoCAD, or similar tools is often required, and familiarity with manufacturing standards or certifications can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication, and teamwork help you work effectively within production teams and with engineers. These skills ensure efficient use of materials, cost savings, and smooth collaboration across departments in manufacturing environments.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Nesting specialist in a manufacturing company?

As a Nesting specialist, your daily responsibilities include analyzing production drawings, creating optimized layouts for cutting raw materials, and working closely with production and engineering teams to minimize waste. You will frequently use specialized software to generate nesting patterns that ensure quality and efficiency during manufacturing. Collaboration with machine operators and quality control staff is common, as you’ll need to adjust layouts based on material constraints or project changes. Success in this role often leads to opportunities for advancement into senior technical or supervisory positions within manufacturing or engineering departments.
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Infographic showing various Nesting job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 75% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,452 per year, or $48.3 per hour.
Nesting Technician

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

What’s the Job?
Create manufacturing documentation for designs and drawings. Assist the production process by creating working instructions, managing steel inventory, and planning the scheduling and programming of the equipment. Provide general support related to these processes to various operational staff and functions through document and report production, process task execution, and system maintenance.
Position Requirements
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Experience with SolidWorks preferred
  • Ability to think critically, technically evaluate, and make sound decisions.
  • Strong organizational skills and effective means of written and oral communication.
  • Significant computer skills required, including familiarity with Microsoft Office, and the business ERP software used for managing order details.
  • Highly motivated individual willing to learn and take on responsibilities.
  • Work well with others in a high stress, fast-paced team environment.
Physical Requirements
This position is performed in an office environment. Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
Noise level is usually low. May occasionally need to enter shop settings to communicate with manufacturing employees.
Job Duties amp; Skills
To be successful in this job with AirPro, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • Produce, review, and correct detailed assembly, welding, burn documentation, and machining drawings accurately.
  • Support and communicate with manufacturing personnel for changes and/or errors made or found during the manufacturing process.
  • Use ERP and nesting software to support the process of steel production, steel inventory management, and scheduling of equipment for steel production.
  • Ensure quality standards, safety guidelines, and processes are used.
  • Perform all job duties as assigned in a manner safe to self and others.
Equipment Used
  • Computer
  • Office equipment including printer/copier, phone, etc.
Who is AirPro?
AirPro Fan amp; Blower Company is a 100% employee-owned company headquartered in Rhinelander, WI. We design and manufacture a complete line of industrial-duty centrifugal fans, blowers, and accessories for OEM and end-user customers around the world.
AirPro Fan amp; Blower Company Culture
We enjoy a culture that feels like family. That means we treat each other right, listen, honor our commitments, always keep learning, value our customers and partners, and support our community. 100% Employee-owned means we are all in for our people and our customers.
It’s not just about responsiveness, respect, quality, and accountability, but it is all of those. It’s not just about experience and expertise across industries and applications; we have both. It’s about custom solutions faster than customers think possible, and innovation that comes straight from customers’ needs to our design. It’s about technology and instinct, training and resourcefulness, curiosity, grit, and people we genuinely like. Finally, it’s about building our customers into everything we do, and every fan we make, every single day, 100%.
Benefits
  • Immediate Paid Time Off (PTO and Holidays)
  • Health Coverage
  • Company Paid Dental, Life and AD amp;D, and Long-Term Disability
  • Voluntary Benefits that include Vision, Short Term Disability, Life and AD amp;D (employee, spouse and child), Accident and Critical illness
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • 401k with Company Match
Disclaimer Notice
The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an associate may be required to perform. AirPro Fan and Blower reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require associates to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change. All requirements are subject to change and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.