Waterjet Operator

Join ENTEK in Lebanon, Oregon
ENTEK is excited to welcome a Waterjet Operator to our team in Lebanon, Oregon. If you enjoy precision manufacturing, operating advanced CNC equipment, and producing high-quality components in a fast-paced fabrication environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.
What You’ll Do
As a Waterjet Operator, you'll operate CNC Waterjet cutting equipment to fabricate precision metal components that support ENTEK's manufacturing operations. You'll work closely with Programming, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to ensure products meet customer specifications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

In this role, you will:

• Operate CNC Waterjet cutting equipment, including Flow and similar Waterjet systems
• Set up production jobs according to schedules, work instructions, and program requirements
• Load and unload raw materials using approved material handling equipment
• Execute cutting programs accurately and efficiently to meet production goals
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, and manufacturing documentation
• Monitor machine performance and cut quality throughout production runs
• Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools to verify compliance with specifications
• Sort, label, identify, and stage completed parts for downstream manufacturing operations
• Perform machine setup verification and material alignment activities
• Make routine machine adjustments to maintain production quality and efficiency
• Perform basic preventative maintenance and routine equipment cleaning
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation
• Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues
• Collaborate with Waterjet Programmers to improve production efficiency and program performance
• Assist with inventory control and material tracking activities
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement projects
• Assist with training new operators and supporting workflow continuity
• Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and standard operating procedures