Burn Table Coordinator

Deister Machine Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Deister Machine Company is seeking a Plasma Burn Table Coordinator to oversee all plasma burn table operations including programming, scheduling, production execution, and quality control. You will coordinate with engineering, production planning, and maintenance to meet delivery requirements and ensure safety and quality standards.

The role requires proficiency in CAD/CAM software, nesting, blueprints, and strong leadership to drive continuous improvement and efficient production.

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC plasma cutting operations.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of nesting software, material properties, and cutting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Program, review, and optimize CNC plasma programs from drawings, CAD/CAM models, and production requirements.
• Nest parts for material optimization and minimal waste.
• Verify machine parameters, tooling, and cutting paths for accuracy.
• Schedule and prioritize plasma burn table jobs to meet deadlines and production targets.
• Monitor production output, troubleshoot issues, and adjust programs or processes as needed.
• Ensure parts meet dimensional tolerances, quality standards, and customer specifications.
• Act as primary liaison between engineering, production planning, and shop floor operators; communicate status and metrics.
• Provide training and guidance to operators on machine operation and best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in programming, material utilization, and cutting efficiency.
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed and assist with equipment troubleshooting.

Skills

CNC plasma

CAD/CAM

Nesting software

Blueprint reading

Scheduling

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

The Plasma Burn Table Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of plasma burn table operations, including part programming, job scheduling, production execution, and quality control. This role ensures that cutting operations meet company standards for accuracy, efficiency, and safety, while coordinating with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to meet delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Programming & Setup
• Create, review, and optimize CNC programs for plasma cutting operations based on drawings, CAD/CAM models, and production requirements.
• Nest parts for material optimization and minimal waste.
• Verify machine parameters, tooling, and cutting paths for accuracy.
• Production Oversight
• Schedule and prioritize jobs on the plasma burn table to align with production deadlines.
• Monitor production output, troubleshoot issues, and adjust programs or processes as needed.
• Ensure parts meet dimensional tolerances, quality standards, and customer specifications.
• Coordination & Communication
• Act as the primary point of contact between engineering, production planning, and shop floor operators regarding burn table jobs.
• Communicate job status, delays, and production metrics to supervisors and management.
• Provide training and guidance to operators on machine operation and best practices.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in programming, material utilization, and cutting efficiency.
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed and assist with troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Promote and enforce safety standards in all plasma burn table operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC plasma cutting operations, programming, and/or fabrication environment.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of nesting software, material properties, and cutting techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting skills.

Preferred

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles or process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with multiple cutting processes (plasma, oxyfuel, laser) is a plus.