CNC Plasma Cut Table Operator – Night Shift

Smith Industries Ltd; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

SI Utility is seeking a skilled Plasma Cut Table Operator for the night shift to operate CNC plasma cutting equipment and cut steel according to drawings and specs. The role emphasizes precision, safety, and high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities include loading materials per BOM, handling DXF files, nesting programs, selecting plasma tips, verifying dimensions, and maintaining a clean, safe work area while meeting production deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Must be a team player with safety and detail emphasis.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Power on and inspect the cut table daily to ensure proper and safe operation.
• Load the correct material onto the cut table according to BOM and production print.
• Load and manage DXF cut files from USB/thumb drive to computer for programming.
• Create and adjust nest programs based on project requirements.
• Select and install correct plasma tips and consumables based on plate thickness.
• Measure and verify part dimensions using a tape measure against prints.
• Track daily production and material usage using forms.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely to move materials and parts.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced fabrication environment while meeting deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Safety minded

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

CNC plasma cutter

DXF programming

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Job description

SI Utility is seeking a skilled Plasma Cut Table Operator for the night shift to operate CNC plasma cutting equipment and cut steel according to drawings and specs. The role emphasizes precision, safety, and high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities include loading materials per BOM, handling DXF files, nesting programs, selecting plasma tips, verifying dimensions, and maintaining a clean, safe work area while meeting production deadlines.