Burner

Jobs2Web; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sims Metal (Sims) is hiring a burner to operate an Oxy-Fuel torch and cut heavy metal parts at our Jersey City facility. You will set up torches, select nozzles, and adjust speeds and angles to meet cutting specifications while following strict safety procedures.

The role requires at least a GED, basic training, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. You must pass a pre-employment physical and wear PPE, work outdoors in varying temperatures, and stand for long periods as part of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months related experience or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• The physical demands require standing, lifting up to 100 lbs, and wearing PPE in varying weather.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical including Pulmonary Function Test and Lead Physical.

Responsibilities

• Operate safety equipment and follow safe work habits.
• Torch cut metal parts, large pieces, or components into smaller sizes.
• Torch cut metal parts in flat, horizontal or vertical position.
• Select and insert gas nozzle into holder and connect hoses to meet specs.
• Select and install torch or torch tip according to chart specifications or metal thickness.
• Guide torch at specified speed and angle to cut or trim metal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

The burner position uses an Oxy-Fuel set for torching heavy metal.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate safety equipment and use safe work habits
• Torch cut metal parts, large metal pieces, or components into smaller sizes
• Torch cut metal parts in flat, horizontal or vertical position
• Select & insert gas nozzle into holder and connects hoses to achieve gas specifications
• Select & install torch or torch tip according to chart specifications or type of thickness of metal
• Guide torch at specified speed and angle to cut or trim metal
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and training school
• Six months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical that includes satisfactory completion of a Pulmonary Function Test and Lead Physical. Employee must be able to comfortably wear a respirator and all other PPE. (i.e. Coveralls, Safety glasses, face shield, protective leathers, hard hat, etc.) Must be able to work outside under extreme temperature conditions. (Heat, cold, snow etc.) Position involves standing for long periods of time, as well as, some heavy lifting, climbing and bending. Additional duties may require the ability to climb into a high cab to operate an extremely large dirt mining truck.
• The employee may be exposed to lead levels at or above the action level of 30 micrograms per cubic meter of air during an eight hour work period.
• All duties and responsibilities in addition to any other assigned duties, require that the employee have an excellent field of vision with the ability to differentiate colors.
• This description is to be used for medical evaluation only. It does not supersede the collective bargaining unit.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to any employment decision, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.qualified applicants with a disability in need of a reasonable accommodation may request such without fear of reprisal or discrimination.

To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.

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Why Choose A Career with Sims?

Sims is a hub of innovation, offering employees the chance to explore new ideas and technologies while providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.

With a diverse workforce, Sims fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion where employees can thrive and establish lasting connections. Working at Sims offers the chance to engage with a global network, providing opportunities for travel, cross-cultural experiences, and the ability to contribute to a sustainable future. Sims is renowned as one of the world’s leading sustainable companies, empowering employees to make a difference in creating a world without waste to preserve the planet.

Sims prioritizes employee wellbeing, offering superior benefits packages, meaningful training opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued and heard at all levels of the organization. Sims maintains a strong focus on safety, where individuals are encouraged to challenge themselves, contribute, and support one another, in a collaborative team environment.

Nearest Major Market: Jersey City
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City