The posting
CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator
Location: York, PA Job Type: Direct Hire Shifts: 2nd Shift Starting Pay: $23/hour; higher depending on experience Night Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour
Position Overview
We are hiring a CNC Machine Operator to process structural steel components in a heavy manufacturing environment. This role involves setting up and running fabrication machinery, checking finished parts for accuracy, and handling steel materials safely throughout production.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.
- Review blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders to confirm job requirements.
- Load and position steel beams, plates, and other materials using overhead cranes and rigging equipment.
- Monitor machine performance and adjust settings to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.
- Measure completed work using tape measures, calipers, and squares.
- Make basic program edits or machine adjustments for different material sizes and thicknesses.
- Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot operating issues.
- Keep equipment and work areas clean and follow OSHA and shop safety procedures.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.
- At least 2 years of CNC machine operation experience in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
- Ability to read and understand structural steel shop drawings and blueprints.
- Experience using precision measuring tools.
- Familiarity with overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment preferred.
- Strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
Pay and Benefits
- Starting pay of $23/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience.
- Additional $3.00/hour differential for 2nd shift.
- Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term employment.



