Machine Operator - Plasma (Weekend Shift)

Olympic Steel; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympic Steel in Buford, GA is seeking a Plasma Operator to run a dual-head plasma cutting machine per work orders and drawings. You will set up the machine, monitor quality, and ensure safe, efficient production.

Responsibilities include verifying orders, cutting parts to specifications, packaging materials per customer requirements, and maintaining a clean work area. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely delivery in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanically inclined, production oriented, and safety and quality conscious.
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.
• Basic math skills.
• Detail oriented with ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings.
• Fine motor and gross motor coordination.

Responsibilities

• Operate plasma cutting machine and oversee burning process according to work orders and drawings.
• Set up and adjust equipment for each job, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Inspect finished cuts and packaging material per customer requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with safety protocols.
• Aim to satisfy customer requirements of quality, quantity, and on-time delivery.

Skills

Plasma cutting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Crane operation

Mathematics

Attention to detail

Coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Olympic Steel

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization.

Job Details

Description

About Olympic Steel

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization.

Job Description

The Plasma Operator operates a machine with a dual head plasma used to cut material as specified by work orders and customer needs. As the Plasma Operator, you will oversee the burning process, including evaluating work orders, properly and efficiently setting up the machine, performing all cutting functions according to drawings, continuously monitoring/inspecting job for quality, packaging material per customer requirements, and cleaning the work area. The Plasma Operator is responsible for satisfying customer requirements of quality, quantity and delivery, in a safe manner while maximizing productivity. The work hours for this position would be Friday - Sunday from 6:00 AM to 6:30PM.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanically inclined, production oriented, and safety and quality conscious.
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.
• Basic math skills.
• Detail oriented with ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings.
• Fine motor and gross motor coordination.

Why Work For Olympic Steel

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid holidays and vacation; a 401(k) match; tuition reimbursement; and various opportunities to earn cash bonuses. And, we offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world.

See for yourself at IamOlympicSteel.com.