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Structural Steel CNC Machine Operator

Clackamas, OR 97015

Industry: Skilled Trades/Light Industrial Job Number: 84491

Job Description


We are Hiring!
Position: CNC Machine Operator – Structural Steel
Location: Clackamas, Oregon
Pay: $23.00 – $32.00 per hour (DOE)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm (Overtime may be required)
Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site (40 hours/week guaranteed)
Who We Are:
Our Client is a leading structural steel fabrication environment specializing in high-precision components for transmission and substation infrastructure. A fast-paced shop focused on safety, quality, integrity, and technical excellence.
What You’ll Do:
CNC Machine Setup & Operation

  • Configure and operate CNC machinery per work orders and production drawings.

  • Operate Angle Master, Plate Burner, and Beamline systems for cutting, drilling, punching, and marking.

  • Calibrate equipment, run test cuts, and make program edits to ensure accuracy.

Material Handling & Processing

  • Load and position raw steel (angles, beams, plates) using overhead cranes and forklifts.

  • Verify alignment and secure material for machining.

  • Unload and inspect completed parts for specification accuracy.

Quality Control & Inspection

  • Perform in-process and final inspections with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and blueprints.

  • Identify defects, wear issues, and programming errors.

  • Maintain accurate production logs and inspection records.

  • Troubleshoot issues such as warped plates, tolerance deviations, or inconsistent cuts.

Maintenance & Safety

  • Conduct routine cleaning, lubrication, and preventive maintenance.

  • Report mechanical issues and support scheduled repairs.

  • Follow all OSHA and internal safety protocols including PPE, LOTO, and machine guarding.

  • Coordinate with Millwright for repairs and complex troubleshooting.

Teamwork & Communication

  • Work closely with foremen, programmers, and production staff to meet output targets.

  • Report equipment issues, material shortages, or quality concerns.

  • Complete all production documentation accurately.

  • Suggest process improvements to support efficiency and workflow.
What’s In It for You:

  • Competitive Pay: $23.00–$32.00 DOE

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Advancement Opportunities

  • Overtime Available
What You Need to Have:

  • 2–3 years of CNC machine operation experience in structural steel fabrication.

  • Experience operating one or more of these machines: CNC Angle Master, Plate Burner, and Beamline

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and fabrication specifications.

  • Proficiency with precision tools: calipers, micrometers, gauges, squares.

  • Strong understanding of steel grades, tolerances, and machining parameters.

  • OSHA-focused safety mindset.

  • Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

  • Ability to stand long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Basic math skills for calculating lengths, angles, and tolerances.

  • High school diploma or GED.
The Musts:

  • CNC structural steel experience

  • Quality-focused inspection skills

  • Ability to work efficiently in a high-noise fabrication shop

  • Strong communication and teamwork
Preferred:

  • SigmaNEST or similar CNC programming experience

  • Forklift certification

  • Overhead crane operation experience

  • Technical or vocational training
Next Steps:
Please respond with an updated resume!

Call Kristian at 360.553.7223 — [email protected]
OR
Call Grant at 360.553.7222 — [email protected]

You may also stop by for a walk-in interview:
703 Broadway St, Suite 690, Vancouver, WA 98660

Meet Your Recruiter

Kristian Robles

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