Cut Table Operator

SI Utility LLC; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Job summary

SI Utility LLC on the night shift operates CNC plasma cutting equipment to shape steel and structural materials per engineering drawings and customer specs. The role emphasizes precision, safety, and high-quality results within a fast-paced fabrication setting.

Responsibilities include loading materials, managing DXF cut files, selecting appropriate plasma tips, inspecting finished parts, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace while meeting production deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Must demonstrate strong safety awareness and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC plasma cutting equipment to cut steel and structural materials according to drawings.
• Load and inspect material on the cut table; load DXF files from USB drives for programming.
• Select plasma tips, set up consumables, and adjust nest programs as required.
• Measure parts with tape and verify against prints for accuracy.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work area; track production and material usage.

Skills

CNC plasma cutting

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

DXF file handling

CNC control software

Material handling equipment

Job description

SI Utility is seeking a skilled Plasma Cut Table Operator to join our night shift team. This position is responsible for operating CNC plasma cutting equipment to cut steel and structural materials according to engineering drawings and customer specifications. The ideal candidate will take pride in precision, safety, and maintaining high quality standards.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance

Key Responsibilities

• Power on and inspect the cut table daily to ensure proper and safe operation.
• Turn gas bottles on/off daily and replace bottles as needed.
• Load the correct material onto the cut table according to the Bill of Materials (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 customer and project requirements.
• Select and install correct plasma tips and consumables based on plate thickness.
• Measure and verify part dimensions using a tape measure to ensure accuracy against prints.
• Clearly mark all cut parts with customer name, material grade, and part number.
• Track daily production and material usage using consumption 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 efficiently in a fast-paced fabrication environment while meeting production deadlines.

General Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be a team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 90% of the workday.
• Occasional bending, squatting, ladder/stair climbing, and lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to accurately assess weights, distances, and heights for safe material handling.