Burn Table Operator

Weldc; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Pension plan with 3% company matching

Group Life Insurance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Education support

Job summary

Weldco-Beales Manufacturing is seeking a Burn Table Operator in Langley, BC. This full-time role involves operating oxyfuel and/or plasma cutting tables, aligning steel, adjusting settings, and ensuring high-quality cuts in a metal fabrication environment.

Reporting to the foreman, you will inspect parts, manage burn sheets, and maintain accurate records. Candidates should have 3+ years of burn table experience, crane experience, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience operating oxyfuel and/or plasma burn tables.
• Strong reading of blueprints and burn sheets.
• Advanced knowledge of safety practices in metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Operate oxyfuel/plasma burn tables safely and efficiently.
• Align steel on the cutting table and adjust kerf, speed, and stand-off to project specs.
• Inspect finished parts and re-burn defective pieces when required.
• Record keeping: sign off burn sheets and maintain logs.
• Monitor equipment and report malfunctions to the Foreman.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Tools

Oxyfuel burn tables

Plasma burn tables

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Machine Shop - Indirect Full Time Operations Langley, BC, CA

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2090

Salary Range: $28.00 To $40.00 Hourly

Burn Table Operator

Your professional future matters. At Weldco-Beales Manufacturing, we care as much about your future as we do about our own. That’s why we’re always: Searching for top talent; Striving for new heights; and Succeeding in creating a dynamic work environment. Everything you bring to the table, we want it. We want to watch you grow and thrive alongside WBM.

Who Are We?

In operation for 80 years, Weldco-Beales Manufacturing is proudly a 100% Inuvialuit-owned company. We put three things ahead of all else: our people, our quality, and our safety. We produce heavy equipment attachments for construction, forestry, mining, scrap recycling, and resource industries throughout Canada, the USA, and internationally. Joining our team means committing to excellence, while receiving industry-leading employee experience. We’ll stand behind you as you strive for success and promote the ideals of WBM.

Who Are You?

Reporting to the Lead Hand, Shop Foreman, and General Foreman, the Burn Table Operator is responsible for operating oxyfuel and/or plasma cutting tables in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner while complying with all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

What Will You Do?

Burn Table Operations

• Align steel plate accurately on the cutting table
• Select appropriate programs and adjust settings (kerf, speed, stand-off, etc.) to meet project requirements
• Monitor burn quality and make adjustments to ensure accurate, defect-free cuts
• Inspect finished parts and re-burn defective pieces when required
• Ensure correct quantities are produced according to burn sheet specifications
• Change torch tips, electrodes, and nozzles as required

Record Keeping & Reporting

• Sign off burn sheets upon completion and maintain organized documentation
• Record cutting table malfunctions in the logbook immediately
• Update and maintain consumable usage records accurately
• Report equipment malfunctions to the Foreman without delay
• Minimum 3 years’ experience operating oxyfuel and/or plasma burn tables
• Minimum 3 years’ overhead crane experience
• Experience working in a metal fabrication shop
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and burn sheets
• Forklift experience is considered an asset
• Advanced knowledge of general safety practices
• In-depth understanding of tools, equipment, and their proper care
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively
• Excellent time management, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Bonus Round!

Our employees are the lifeblood of WBM. We offer the following benefits to help you be he best version of yourself:

• Multiple schedule options with shorter work weeks
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Company Pension Plan with 3% company matching
• Group Life Insurance
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision care coverage
• Education support including EI top-up payments
• A workplace that prides itself on safety, cleanliness, respect, and results.
• Rewards:
  • monthly incentive program with monetary rewards
  • service awards in 5-year increments
  • company/team events
  • personal growth
  • career advancement opportunities

Vacancy Status:

This position is currently vacant and available for immediate hire.

Due to safety considerations and the physically demanding nature of the role, successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment medical evaluation upon hiring. Passing the Level 1 fitness test on your first attempt is a bona fide occupational requirement (BFOR).

Just a Quick Heads-Up!

To help us keep things moving and make sure we give every application a fair look, we may use a little help from AI during the initial resume screening process. It’s just a tool to help us match your experience with the role. No AI is making big decisions in this very human-centric process!

Real people are still very much part of every step, especially when it comes to interviews and final decisions. If you ever have questions or need any kind of accommodation along the way, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re happy to help!