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GRIMES INDUSTRIAL INC

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Laser Operator

Tomball, TX · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Minimum requirements: * 2-5 yrs experience on a Piranha Laser Table or similar machinery in a manufacturing environment * Monitor machine efficiency and ensure all equipment is operational

GRIMES INDUSTRIAL INC

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Laser Operator

Tomball, TX · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Minimum requirements: * 2-5 yrs experience on a Piranha Laser Table or similar machinery in a manufacturing environment * Monitor machine efficiency and ensure all equipment is operational

GRIMES INDUSTRIAL INC

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CNC Press Brake Specialist

Tomball, TX · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Piranha Laser Table- Set-Up / Operate / Maintain / *Program * Miller Robot Welder - Set-Up / Operate / Maintain / *Program * Piranha Plate Roll - Set-Up / Operate / Maintain * Piranha Iron Worker ...

GRIMES INDUSTRIAL INC

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CNC Press Brake Specialist

Tomball, TX · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Piranha Laser Table- Set-Up / Operate / Maintain / *Program * Miller Robot Welder - Set-Up / Operate / Maintain / *Program * Piranha Plate Roll - Set-Up / Operate / Maintain * Piranha Iron Worker ...

Power Design, Inc.

Senior Machinist

Palmetto, FL · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Piranha Press Break Experience preferred but not required * Laser Operation experience: operating the CNC 12KW Fiber Laser machine to cut sheet metal and copper required for product (Piranha Laser ...

LFG Manufacturing

Senior Machinist

Palmetto, FL · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

Piranha Press Break Experience preferred but not required * Laser Operation experience: operating the CNC 12KW Fiber Laser machine to cut sheet metal and copper required for product (Piranha Laser ...

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Machine Operator / Fabricator - Sheetmetal Shop

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Previous experience in using Piranha and Okuma machining centers a plus. * Experience running Hyd-Mech v-18 Hydraulic Band Saw * Previous experience with Mazak Laser, Accupress press brake, Davi ...

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Laser, Brake Press, Punch Press Operator- Sheetmetal Shop

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Previous experience in using Piranha and Okuma machining centers a plus. * Experience running Hyd-Mech v-18 Hydraulic Band Saw * Previous experience with Mazak Laser, Accupress press brake, Davi ...

LFG Manufacturing

Senior Machinist

Palmetto, FL

$19.75 - $27/hr

Piranha Press Break Experience preferred but not required * Laser Operation experience: operating the CNC 12KW Fiber Laser machine to cut sheet metal and copper required for product (Piranha Laser ...

Forecast Sales

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Laser, Brake Press, Punch Press operator - Sheetmetal Shop

Greenfield, IN · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Previous experience in using Piranha and Okuma machining centers a plus. * Experience running Hyd-Mech v-18 Hydraulic Band Saw * Previous experience with Mazak Laser, Accupress press brake, Davi ...

LFG Manufacturing LLC

Senior Machinist

Palmetto, FL

$19.75 - $27/hr

Piranha Press Break Experience preferred but not required * Laser Operation experience: operating the CNC 12KW Fiber Laser machine to cut sheet metal and copper required for product (Piranha Laser ...

Forecast Sales

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Laser, Brake Press, Punch Press Operator- Sheetmetal Shop

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Previous experience in using Piranha and Okuma machining centers a plus. * Experience running Hyd-Mech v-18 Hydraulic Band Saw * Previous experience with Mazak Laser, Accupress press brake, Davi ...

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Laser, Brake Press, Punch Press operator - Sheetmetal Shop

Greenfield, IN · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Previous experience in using Piranha and Okuma machining centers a plus. * Experience running Hyd-Mech v-18 Hydraulic Band Saw * Previous experience with Mazak Laser, Accupress press brake, Davi ...

Forecast Sales

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Machine Operator / Fabricator - Sheetmetal Shop

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Previous experience in using Piranha and Okuma machining centers a plus. * Experience running Hyd-Mech v-18 Hydraulic Band Saw * Previous experience with Mazak Laser, Accupress press brake, Davi ...

TE-CO Manufacturing

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2nd SHIFT EXPERIENCED CNC MILL MACHINIST

Union, OH · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

Our family of brands including TE-CO, Toolex, Raptor, Air Vise, and Piranha offers tooling components, 5-axis fixtures, and automation-ready accessories to customers worldwide.

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Sletten Companies

Detail Lead / Prep Lead

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

Piranha Ironworker * Shear * Welding machine * Ability to read shop drawings and follow fabrication standards * Experience operating CNC plasma tables and press brakes is preferred Additional ...

TE-CO Manufacturing

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2nd SHIFT EXPERIENCED CNC MILL MACHINIST

Union, OH · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

Our family of brands including TE-CO, Toolex, Raptor, Air Vise, and Piranha offers tooling components, 5-axis fixtures, and automation-ready accessories to customers worldwide.

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for piranha in the United States is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectPiranhaCNC Machinist
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, basic manufacturing skillsHigh school diploma, technical training or certification
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, metal fabrication shopsMachine shops, manufacturing facilities
Industry UsageMetal cutting, fabrication, and assemblyPrecision machining, part production
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The main difference between Piranha and CNC Machinist lies in their roles. Piranha typically refers to a type of metal shear or fabrication equipment, whereas CNC Machinist is a skilled operator who programs and operates CNC machines. While both are involved in manufacturing, Piranha is more about equipment, and CNC Machinist focuses on precision machining and programming.

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Laser Operator

GRIMES INDUSTRIAL INC

Tomball, TX • On-site

$16 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Job description

Minimum requirements:

  • 2-5 yrs experience on a Piranha Laser Table or similar machinery in a manufacturing environment
  • Monitor machine efficiency and ensure all equipment is operational
  • Accurately use a tape measure, calipers and possess the ability to read drawings
  • Able to work with hand / power tools (lens extractor, wrenches, grease gun, deburring tool, pliers, grinder, hole punch, mag-drill, drill press, etc.)
  • Can operate forklift / over-head cranes as needed to move/load material
  • Possess and display attention to detail
  • Able to perform basic quality checks of work in process
  • Able to transpose material markings to parts as needed
  • Reliable and can attend scheduled shift consistently
  • Open to be trained in company operations and systems
  • Communicates well with supervisors
  • Work safely with proper PPE at all times
  • Follow all company health and safety standards
  • Has reliable means of transportation

The ideal candidate will be able to:

  • Piranha Laser Table- Set-Up / Operate / Maintain / *Program
  • Armada Press Brake – Set-Up / Operate / Maintain / *Program
  • Miller Robot Welder - Set-Up / Operate / Maintain / *Program
  • Piranha Plate Roll - Set-Up / Operate / Maintain
  • Piranha Iron Worker - Set-Up / Operate / Maintain
  • Equipment manufactures training
  • Self-motivated with a drive for improvement
  • Perform material nesting via Sigma-Nest and EJE
  • Able to suggest improvements in operations and processes
  • Train co-workers on equipment for redundancy in production
  • The ability to program such equipment operations would be very beneficial and targeted for advancement. Fabrication abilities such as fitting and welding will be viewed are also desired.

Environment:

  • Shop work environment will require standing on a concrete floor for 8-10 hr shift and occasionally lifting as much as 50 lbs
  • Proper PPE will be required at all times
  • Noise levels typically experienced in a fabrication shop can be expected
  • Small company / family atmosphere therefore opportunities to shine are easily noticed

Company Description

At Grimes Industrial, Inc., we operate with honesty and integrity. We’re quality focused and strive to always maintain accountability both with ourselves, as well as with our clients. We are committed to being proactive, instead of reactive, which has help cultivate our “continuous improvement” mindset here at GII. We hope to exemplify reliability and professionalism for anyone who does business with us and we know that responsiveness will remain key to our success.