CNC Plasma Operator

Heartland Fabrication; Brownsville (Fayette County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fabrication is seeking a CNC Plasma Operator to join their team. The role involves operating NC machines, ensuring safety and quality standards, and managing work-cell operations. Candidates should have strong skills in blueprint reading, mathematics, and leadership. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic industrial environment with a focus on quality and productivity.

Qualifications

• Familiar with shop math and machinability of materials.
• Experience in heavy industrial or construction environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up NC machines to fabricate parts.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Perform cuts and nesting as per production needs.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Problem Solving

Leadership

Mathematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join to apply for the CNC Plasma Operator role at Heartland Fabrication.

Responsibilities include operating and setting up conventional or numerical control (NC) machines to fabricate parts, reading blueprints, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Candidates should be familiar with shop math, machinability of materials, and blueprint interpretation.

Essential Duties / Skills / Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and determine measurements to the 16th
• Operate overhead cranes and machines safely
• Calculate weight of cut parts and raw materials for safe handling
• Perform daily operational checks and cleanup
• Make minor program adjustments and download programs via disc, flash drive, or direct connect
• Perform cuts and nesting as per production needs
• Complete production and quality control sheets accurately
• Record progress in job books
• Ensure safety compliance and proper training of all workers
• Troubleshoot plasma machines at operator level

Additional Requirements for Plasma Operator I

• Confirm dimensions and locate materials according to engineering logistics
• Program machines to engineering specifications
• Lead and manage work-cell operations, demonstrating leadership skills
• Possess extensive knowledge of plasma operation and operator's manual
• Recommend process modifications for productivity and quality improvements

Work Conditions

• Heavy industrial environment with outdoor exposure
• Exposure to air particles, chemicals, loud noises
• Use of personal protective equipment at all times

Education / Knowledge Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Proficiency in English reading, writing, and comprehension
• Blueprint reading and problem-solving skills
• Intermediate math skills
• Experience in heavy industrial or construction environments is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of construction/heavy equipment is a plus