Waterjet Operator

At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture.Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact.This position is located on-site in Sedro-Woolley, Washington State.Department DescriptionWaterjet Operator will work according to supervisor’s direction. Programs and operates Waterjet Cutting machines used to cut panels to various design specifications.Roles & ResponsibilitiesOversees all aspects of the Waterjet programmer.Releases Work OrdersReads, interprets and follows work orders, lay-up sheets, drawings and work instructions.Accesses and uploads programming filesCreates dimensional drawings, Creates and maximizes nesting layoutsAdministers daily job tasks and sets priorities for Waterjet and support Techs on both day and swing shiftsCarries out methods needed to do the job successfullyLoads material to be cut for specific projectsManages materials inventoryInspects finished product for conformance to design specificationsCompletes documentation of product, processes and equipment including work orders entries, labels, and job cost tracking sheets.Ensures the Quality of our products continually meets or exceeds our customer’s requirementsEnforces 5S, Janicki Industries Rules and Safety Practices, and keeps work areas clean and organizedEnforces AS9100 and Nadcap Standards and Practices throughout all work performedSchedules maintenance and performs monthly maintenance on the water jet machinePerforms other duties as assignedBehavior: The incumbent must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. The incumbent shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.QualificationsDue to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.Education/ExperienceHigh School diploma or GED plus 1-2 year of college (or comparable work experience is required).Must have CNC experience, CAD-CAM programming, basic computer and math skills and 3+ yrs. of mechanical hands-on experience.Position requires effective communication skills in the English language, verbal and written.Requirements also include excellent computer and typing skills, as well as the ability to communicate technical data effectively.DETAILED WAGE INFORMATIONWage range for this role is between $20 - $40 an hour plus a discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts, off-site work, and access pay. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities.There is a $3 shift differential for all hours worked on the weekend day shift.BenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contributionDisability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insuranceHSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)401k with employer matchingPaid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)Education reimbursement programSeveral shift optionsPremium pay for off-shifts Premium pay for security clearance if applicableNot sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings.Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.