Burn Machine Operator

POSITION SUMMARY:

Specializes in operating one or more burning machines to burn plate in various shapes. Planning and performing operation which requires set-ups with a high degree of accuracy; install burning tips, and adjust guides, stops, working tables and other controls to handle the size of stock to be processed; determine proper pressures, feeds, speeds, tips and operating sequence. May be required to recognize when tools and tips need changed. Requires blueprint knowledge.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Accurately locate and identify stock for storage and retrieval.
2. Safely operate and maintain/clean related machinery and equipment.
3. Safely operate and adjust machinery and equipment for full utilization.
4. Accurately process material to minimize waste and drops.
5. Capable of adjusting machinery for full utilization of material with minimal waste.
6. Notify Supervisor when oxygen, gas and equipment needs to be replaced.
7. Properly identify and process paperwork necessary for material handling.
8. Maintain proper records when required.
9. Perform Warehouse functions when needed and when processing work is not available.

Ability to work as a team member without close supervision to meet Company and personal goals. Capable of reading orders, a tape measure, calipers, and blueprints and use of a square.

Capable of using a gas/oxygen torch. Excellent eye-to-hand coordination. Excellent reading, writing and math skills as measured by a pre-employment test. Ability to meet physical demands of position which are required 95% of the work day (i.e. lifting up to 50 lbs independently, pushing, pulling, standing, climbing).Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $23.50 - $23.50