Machine Operator - CNC Pneumatic Knife Cutter/ CNC Waterjet

CurtissWright Corporation
Cleveland, OH

Machine Operator - CNC Pneumatic Knife Cutter/ CNC Waterjet *SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE *

As a Machine Operator, you will perform the physical tasks involved in operating and maintaining a CNC Knife Cutter/Waterjet Machine. Successful candidates will be looking for a hands-on role, have strong math skills, mechanical aptitude, operate the CNC efficiently to maintain on time production, and work as a team with other machine operators.

Location: Middleburg Heights, OH (greater Cleveland area)

Schedule: Monday- Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)

Salary/ Hourly Rate: $21-$23/hour

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ohio. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We take care of our people!

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan ( I Inclusive & Supportive Culture (

Your Challenge:

  • Responsible for working as a team with other employees to maintain on time delivery.

  • Accurately following and interpreting instructions, procedures and drawings

  • Setting up, operating and maintaining equipment used in the manufacturing processes

  • Verifying quality of product at the required intervals and verifying accuracy of all work

  • Perform final inspection of products using tape measures, calipers or other measuring devices.

  • Checking and inspecting operation results against predetermined tolerances

  • Recommend process improvements to reduce future discrepancies.

  • Creates / modifies drawings using CAD, scanner, etc. from sketches or layouts provided by customers and converts the drawings to CNC machine language using CAM Software. (As Required)

Your Expertise:

  • 1-2 years of experience in Machine/Waterjet Operator role

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required

  • Must be able to lift 50lbs unassisted

  • Math skills with the ability to convert fractions to decimal and vice versa, find circumference of a circle, and understand units of measure conversions (such as square feet to square inches)

  • Experience working with other team members in daily operational tasks

  • Ability to operate a fork-truck

  • Mechanical ability to maintain / repair equipment

  • Knowledge of CNC / CAD / CAM (Recommended)

Who We Are:

Our Values (

Environmental, Social and Governance

Curtiss-Wright's Nuclear Division offers a comprehensive range of products, information systems, and services that help sustain the safe and reliable operation of nuclear, conventional, and renewable power plants throughout the world. Our extensive experience, advanced technologies and innovative solutions support custom engineered equipment solutions, digitalization initiatives, diagnostics, asset management programs, and new construction.

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team (TA [email protected]) _and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([email protected])

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([email protected]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments - Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall - we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers' expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.

Posted 2026-05-30

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