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Machine Operator

Job in Sterling, Loudoun County, Virginia, 22170, USA
Listing for: Wastequip WRX
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Machine Operator, Manufacturing Production
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 22.75 USD Hourly USD 22.75 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Machine Operator page is loaded## Machine Operator locations:
Mt Sterling, KYtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-100966
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* Job Description:

** WQ Mount Sterling is looking for an experienced Plasma / Waterjet operator. You will be joining a skilled manufacturing Team working in the Garbage Truck/Container industry. This role will involve setting up and operating our Plasma cutting table as well as Water Jet for various sheet metal thicknesses from 0.078” to 3.5” plate steel and aluminum. You will be responsible for changing consumables on the machines, ensuring quality and efficiency throughout the machining process.

** Shift

Hours:

** 3:00PM - 11:30PM    
** Pay Rate:** $22.75    
** Key Responsibilities
*** Plasma Operation:
Sets up machine by retrieving and loading large heavy plates of steel using overhead crane, downloading program(s), entering parameters of job, selecting type of cut, and cutting first piece. Operates cut table by monitoring cutting and adjusting heat in torches, pre-heat times, and pierce rate.
* Material Handling:
Unloads skeleton and parts using overhead crane, jib crane and/or lifting magnets. Cleans and deburrs all cut parts to be free of slag and burrs.
* Multi-Tasking:  + Performs first-piece and in-process inspection by checking material thickness and dimensions of part per blueprint using calipers, tape measure and/or calculator.  + Cleans burn table and performs minor preventive maintenance such as checking coolant levels, gases and changing or adjusting them as needed.  + Operator will change consumable oxyfuel tips as needed.  + Completes Plasma operator maintenance log.
* Other Duties:
Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
** Key

Qualifications:

*** At least 3-5 years’ operating and setting up a Plasma or Water Jet
* Ability to use measuring devices Ruler, Caliper, Hard Gauges as well as read and understand prints
* Must be able to work by alone as well as in a Team setting
* Ability to work overtime when needed
** Company Benefits:*
* • 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-UpMedical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
• Paid Grandparent Leave
• Paid Bonding Leave
• Adoption Assistance
Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
** About Wastequip
** Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.

While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.### Competitive Benefits Wastequip strives to attract top talent through a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision plans.

Here’s a brief overview of our benefits:
* ** Health Care.
** Our health care benefits include medical, dental and vision plans for all regular, full-time employees.
* ** Short- and Long-Term Disability.
** Wastequip pays for non-occupational illnesses and injuries at no cost to employees. This benefit is available to all regular, full-time employees.
* **…
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