Plasma Machine Operator 1/C

Eastern Shipbuilding; Panama City, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern Shipbuilding seeks a CNC Plasma Machine Operator to set up and run plasma fabrication according to blueprints, specs and safety rules. You will monitor machine performance, troubleshoot issues and ensure finished parts meet quality standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of CNC plasma experience, plus crane exposure; willingness to work overtime and follow OSHA safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent plus related CNC experience.
• CNC plasma operator experience of at least 1 year required; knowledge of shipyard machinery a plus.
• Ability to load from network locations or disks and read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC plasma machine to fabricate material per specifications, plans, and safety standards.
• Regularly inspect equipment, adjust controls, and observe operations to reposition work as needed.
• Perform quality checks during production and ensure finished parts meet company standards.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Blueprint reading

Verbal and written communication

Basic computer skills

Tape measure reading

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalence

One-year CNC plasma operator experience (education context)

Tools

Overhead cranes

CNC plasma machine

Job description

## **POSITION SUMMARY**Set up and operate CNC plasma machine to fabricate material in accordance with specifications, plans, and safety standards.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:** Because Eastern Shipbuilding is continually growing to meet the needs of our customers, the essential duties and responsibilities may be different than described.* Regular attendance at work and the ability to work flexible hours, including overtime, weekends and holidays.* Inspect and operate equipment daily.* Adjust controls to set and regulate machining factors as needed.* Start machine and observe machine operation to reposition workpiece, change or adjust machine settings as needed.* Perform all necessary production work as part of the manufacturing process according to work instructions.* Troubleshoot equipment and make repairs/adjustments as needed.* Perform all necessary quality checks during production and follow procedures when defective material/parts are discovered. Ensure finished product meets specifications and standards set forth by Company.* Work with minimal supervision.* Duties may include cross-training on such machines as the Press Brake and Wheelabrator equipment as needed.* ## Perform other duties as assigned.## ## **SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES**May indirectly supervise and train subordinates.# ## **REQUIREMENTS****Education/Experience:** High school diploma or GED equivalence plus three years working knowledge of CNC machines; operating processes, procedures and techniques used in operating CNC plasma machines desired. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. One-year experience as a CNC plasma machine operator required plus experience operating overhead cranes. Requires knowledge of ship terminology, safety, and OSHA regulations.**Skills:** Ability to demonstrate effective trouble shooting and problem-solving skills. Requires basic to intermediate level computer skills with the ability to load files from network location or disk. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, supervisors and employees. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to read and understand blueprints. Knowledge of safe operation and use of hand and power tools. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure. Ability to read a tape measure.**Behavioral Attributes:** Integrity, ethics, flexibility/adaptability, initiative, interpersonal skills, attention to detail, safety conscious, and multi-tasking. Maintain the confidential integrity of details pertaining to Eastern Shipbuilding Group.## **PHYSICAL DEMANDS**While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the workday. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be physically and medically qualified to wear all required personal protective equipment, as prescribed under Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards. The employee must be able to work above ground at heights of a minimum of 50 feet aloft and/or working from scaffolding and/or man-lifts while working with machinery; in confined spaces and withstand extreme heat and cold in an outside climate or confined space.## **WORK ENVIRONMENT**The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee may be exposed to the risk of electrical shock, moving mechanical parts, vibration, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, continual loud noise, and other hazards found in a heavy industrial shipyard environment. Rigorous compliance with safety procedures, policies, and personal safety equipment requirements is therefore mandatory.We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.