Overnight Cut Table Operator

SI Utility; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; 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. The role focuses on operating CNC plasma cutting equipment to cut steel and structural materials per drawings and customer specs, with emphasis on precision and safety.

Responsibilities include loading materials per BOM, managing DXF files, nesting programs, selecting consumables by thickness, and ensuring accurate part dimensions. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are required.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to stand for long periods during shifts.
• Strong attention to detail and safety are essential.

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 customer and project requirements.
• Select and install plasma tips and consumables based on plate thickness.
• Measure and verify part dimensions 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC plasma cutter

DXF programming

Forklift operation

Job description

Benefits

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

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.

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.