2nd Shift Burner Operator

Kloeckner Metals Corporation in; Brandenburg (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 2nd Shift Burner Operator to ensure the safe and efficient production of high-quality products. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for setting up and operating burner systems, programming CNC machines, and managing material handling with precision. Your attention to detail and reliability will be key in maintaining production efficiency and safety. If you thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment and are ready to contribute to a team focused on excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate burner systems to produce quality products.
• Program CNC machines according to work order instructions.

Skills

CNC Programming

Material Handling

Attention to Detail

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Burner Torch

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

2nd Shift Burner Operator (Manufacturing)

The Burner Operator is responsible for ensuring that quality products are produced safely and efficiently by setting up, operating, and performing basic programming tasks related to burner systems.

Job Summary

• Work Order Processing: Review and interpret paperwork and work order documents to create a mental map of order placements on the table. Group orders by thickness and prioritize based on supervisor's instructions, 2nd runs, customer will calls, or other requirements.
• Material Handling: Locate materials on the floor or in staging areas, select and utilize appropriate material handling equipment such as chains with plate hooks, plate dogs, magnets, or spreader bars. Place dunnage on the table as required.
• Torch Setup: Choose the correct tips for the burner torch based on material type and desired cutting edges.
• CNC Programming: Program the CNC computer according to work order instructions. Clean scrap slag from finished parts as they are cut and stack parts on a skid or place them in a 3-yard hopper for transportation to the tumbler slag cleaning machine.
• Final Processing: After cleaning, place parts on a skid for packaging. Note customer unloading requirements (e.g., maximum skids), shrink wrap as needed, band materials with steel banding, and label skids with order numbers, customer names, and PO numbers if required.
• Cleanup: Remove all scrap from the table and place it in the dumpster. Move finished orders to the staging area as needed.
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned to support production efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Overtime: Ability to work assigned overtime, sometimes with short notice.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility.
• Reliability: Demonstrated reliable work history.
• Attention to Detail: Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all inspection tasks.