CNC Plate Processing Operator (Burn Table)

Toledo Steel Supply, Inc; Erie (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with profit sharing

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Toledo Steel Supply, Inc is seeking a CNC Plate Processing Operator to turn raw plate into precision parts powering construction and infrastructure. You will operate CNC burn tables with plasma and oxy-fuel, set up jobs for speed and accuracy, and maintain quality from setup to final inspection.

You will read orders, verify specs, identify material grade, and troubleshoot to minimize downtime while safely handling forklift and crane operations in a manufacturing shop.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; engineering or technical certificates are a plus.
• 1–3 years operating basic CNC machinery; plasma/laser/oxy experience is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude with a commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC burn tables using plasma and oxy-fuel to deliver parts to print.
• Set up jobs to balance speed, accuracy, and material yield.
• Perform oxygen/gas flame cutting on plate from 1 3/8” to 10” thick.
• Run CNC plasma on 1/8” to 1 1/4” material.
• Read work orders and confirm specs before cutting; follow standard cutting practices.
• Identify and verify material grade using the color-coding system.
• Validate tolerances and cut quality using a tape measure and calipers.
• Troubleshoot issues and make routine adjustments to minimize downtime.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift & overhead crane) safely.
• Document and complete pre-/post-shift preventive maintenance.
• Keep the cutting surface and surrounding area clean and service-ready.
• Collaborate with Supervisors and Shift Leads; assist with additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal communication

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Engineering or Technical Certificates

Tools

CNC Burn Tables

CNC Plasma

Oxy-fuel Cutting

Forklift

Overhead Crane

Job description

Shape What’s Next in Steel Fabrication

Imagine turning raw plate into precision parts that power construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure. As a CNC Plate Processing Operator at Toledo Steel Supply, your craftsmanship and safety mindset help us deliver exceptional results—while you grow within a team that lives its values: Service, Teamwork, going Above & Beyond, Respecting Others, and Success.

Your impact

You’ll combine technical skill with problem-solving to execute complex cuts, keep equipment running, and protect quality from setup through final inspection.

What you’ll do

• Operate CNC burn tables using plasma and oxy-fuel to deliver parts to print
• Set up jobs to balance speed, accuracy, and material yield
• Perform oxygen/gas flame cutting on plate from 1 3/8” to 10” thick
• Run CNC plasma on 1/8” to 1 1/4” material
• Read work orders and confirm specs before cutting; follow standard cutting practices
• Identify and verify material grade using the color-coding system
• Validate tolerances and cut quality using a tape measure and calipers
• Troubleshoot issues and make routine adjustments to minimize downtime
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift & overhead crane) safely
• Document and complete pre-/post-shift preventive maintenance
• Keep the cutting surface and surrounding area clean and service-ready
• Collaborate with Supervisors and Shift Leads; assist with additional tasks as needed

Growth-ready profile

• High school diploma or GED; bonus points for engineering or technical certificates
• 1–3 years operating basic CNC machinery; plasma/laser/oxy experience a plus
• Mechanical aptitude with a commitment to quality workmanship
• Confident reading a tape measure; clear, proactive communicator
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to work overtime (including short-notice needs)

Environment and physical demands

Work is performed in a manufacturing shop with regular exposure to noise, chemicals, and industrial materials. You’ll stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

How we support you

• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Paid vacation and sick time

Team expectations

• Excellent verbal communication
• Positive attitude; respect for co-workers and supervisors
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and organized

Our policies

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship.

Toledo Steel Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Final note

This overview captures the core of the role. Responsibilities may be updated at any time, with or without notice, to meet operational and customer priorities.