UPM Waterjet Machine Operator Northbrook IL

A waterjet operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining a waterjet cutting machine to produce precise parts by accurately interpreting technical drawings and specifications, loading materials onto the machine, monitoring the cutting process, inspecting finished products for quality control, and performing routine maintenance to ensure optimal machine performance; often requiring skills in reading blueprints, basic CNC programming, and adherence to safety protocols.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance: Complies with all safety rules and guidelines set forth by UPM and OSHA. Adhering to all safety procedures and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Machine operation: Loading and unloading materials onto the waterjet cutting machine according to project requirements.
• Programming: Setting up CNC programs based on provided blueprints and specifications to control the cutting path.
• Quality control: Inspecting finished parts for accuracy, tolerances, and surface quality.
• Maintenance: Performing routine cleaning, lubrication, and minor adjustments on the waterjet machine.
• Material handling: Safely moving and positioning large or heavy materials using appropriate lifting equipment.
• Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving minor machine malfunctions.
• Documentation: Maintaining detailed records of production runs, including material usage and quality checks.
• Perform all additional duties as requested by the manager/supervisor/ lead

Qualifications and Skills Required

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with one to two years related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination.
• Technical skills: Experience operating CNC waterjet cutting machines, understanding of basic CNC programming, and ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Measurement skills: Proficiency in using precision measuring tools like calipers, micrometers, and rulers.
• Attention to detail: A high level of accuracy and precision is required for precise cutting.
• Problem-solving abilities: Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot machine issues
• Physical capabilities: Ability to lift and maneuver heavy materials
• Computer literacy: Basic computer skills for accessing and managing

Our Employee Benefits

• 3 Weeks PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Sign-on Bonus after 90 days
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Low premiums on Health, Dental, and Vision insurances
• 401k Match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)