CNC Operator

Heartland Fabrication, LLC; Brownsville (Fayette County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Heartland Fabrication, LLC seeks a Plasma Operator I responsible for operating and setting up conventional or NC machines to fabricate parts per drawings and shop math. You will read blueprints, determine precise measurements, and safely handle material using an overhead crane.

You will document production on quality/control sheets and help train others on safety standards. You will also program minor adjustments, ensure schedules are met, and maintain machine readiness while applying knowledge

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to read, comprehend and write English at an advanced level.
• Advanced blueprint reading and problem solving skills.
• Intermediate math skills (fraction/decimal calculations).
• Previous work experience in a heavy industrial or construction environment is preferred; however, it is not a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Read blue prints to determine measurements to the 16th.
• Ability to run overhead crane and safely operate machines.
• Know weight of cut part and determine weight of raw material components to move material safely.
• Basic computer knowledge of Windows OS.
• Perform daily operational checks and cleanup at start and end of shifts.
• Make minor adjustments to programs and meet production schedule.
• Download programs via disc, flash drive or direct connect.
• Perform cuts and nesting as defined by production.
• Record progress in job book and ensure safety specifications are followed.
• Demonstrate leadership by leading a work-cell operation and training workers.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Overhead crane operation

Shop math

Machine setup and operation

Quality control

Programming adjustments

Plasma machining

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Candidate will be assigned to operate and set up conventional or numerical control (NC) machines to fabricate parts, applying knowledge of shop math, machinability of materials and drawings.
• Read blue prints and determine measurements to the 16th
• Ability to run overhead crane and safely operate machines
• Know weight of cut part and determine weight of raw material components in order to transition material in a safe manner
• Basic computer knowledge of Window type operating system
• Perform daily operational checks and perform cleanup at beginning and end of shifts
• Make minor adjustments to programs
• Ability to meet production schedule
• Download programs via disc, flash drive or direct connect
• Perform cuts and required nesting as defined by production
• Knowledge of MDI and shape library
• Accurate completion of production and Quality Control sheets
• Accurate completion of work order based on production schedule
• Ability to read operator's book and make appropriate parts correctly
• Change all parts in torch head
• Record progress in job book
• Ensure all workers are properly trained and adhering to safety specifications
• Troubleshoot Plasma to Operators level
• **Plasma Operator I**
• Ability to confirm dimension of X - plates and to locate material according to engineering logistics
• Ability to stage and control movement of material flow in shop
• Ability to program machine to engineering specifications
• Extensive knowledge of operator's manual
• Prepare recommendations to modify processes to improve productivity and quality
• Demonstrate leaderships skills by leading and managing a work-cell operation
• Demonstrated Knowledge with Plasma experience at Heartland Fabrication

Job Overview

• Candidate will be assigned to operate and set up conventional or numerical control (NC) machines to fabricate parts, applying knowledge of shop math, machinability of materials and drawings.

Essential Duties / Skills / Responsibilities

• Read blue prints and determine measurements to the 16th
• Ability to run overhead crane and safely operate machines
• Know weight of cut part and determine weight of raw material components in order to transition material in a safe manner
• Basic computer knowledge of Window type operating system
• Perform daily operational checks and perform cleanup at beginning and end of shifts
• Make minor adjustments to programs
• Ability to meet production schedule
• Download programs via disc, flash drive or direct connect
• Perform cuts and required nesting as defined by production
• Knowledge of MDI and shape library
• Accurate completion of production and Quality Control sheets
• Accurate completion of work order based on production schedule
• Ability to read operator's book and make appropriate parts correctly
• Change all parts in torch head
• Record progress in job book
• Ensure all workers are properly trained and adhering to safety specifications
• Troubleshoot Plasma to Operators level
• **Plasma Operator I**
• Above Essential Duties
• Ability to confirm dimension of X - plates and to locate material according to engineering logistics
• Ability to stage and control movement of material flow in shop
• Ability to program machine to engineering specifications
• Extensive knowledge of operator's manual
• Prepare recommendations to modify processes to improve productivity and quality
• Demonstrate leaderships skills by leading and managing a work-cell operation
• Demonstrated Knowledge with Plasma experience at Heartland Fabrication

Work Conditions

• Environment is that of a heavy industrial worksite
• Outdoor elements are a factor
• Exposure to air particles, such as dust, chemical (paint, oil, gas, diesel fumes) and weld smoke
• Exposure to loud, penetrating noises in some work areas
• Proper personal protective equipment is required at all times, such as, steel toed or metatarsal boots, ear plugs/ear muffs, safety glasses, pants, hard hats and possible respirator use

Education / Knowledge Requirments

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to read, comprehend and write English at an advanced level
• Advanced blueprint reading and problem solving skills required
• Intermediate math skills (fraction/ decimal calculations)
• Previous work experience in a heavy industrial or construction environment is preferred; however, it is not a requirement
• Knowledge of various types of construction and or heavy equipment operation preferred