Plasma Table Operator 2nd Shift (Fort Wayne, IN)

Ottenweller Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottenweller Company is seeking a Plasma Table Operator for the 2nd shift in Fort Wayne, IN. The role involves setting up and operating a plasma cutting burntable to process heavy gage metal, with responsibilities including loading plates, downloading programs, and adjusting torch heat and pierce rates.

Responsibilities also include unloading finished parts with cranes or magnets, inspecting against blueprints, and performing routine table maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years related experience and/or training.
• Blueprint knowledge preferred; CNC operation experience in manufacturing is a plus.
• Three to six months CNC operation experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up machine by loading heavy steel plates and downloading program.
• Operate plasma burn table, monitor heat and pierce rate, adjust as needed.
• Unload parts using cranes and magnets; inspect parts per blueprint.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and recordkeeping in the maintenance log.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC operation

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Tape measure

Calculator

Job description

Plasma Table Operator 2nd Shift (Fort Wayne, IN)

Summary :Sets up and operates plasma cutting burntable to cut heavy gage metal .

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Sets up machine by retrieving and loading large heavy plates of steel using overhead crane, downloading program, entering parameters of job, selecting type of cut, and cutting first piece. Programs standard shapes.
• Operates burn table by monitoring cutting and adjusting heat in torches, pre-heat times, and pierce rate.
• Unloads skeleton and parts using overhead crane, jib crane and/or magnets.
• Cleans and scrapes parts and cuts up scrap.
• Performs first-piece and in-process inspection by checking material thickness and dimensions of part per blueprint using calipers, tape measure and calculator. Inspects parts according to C=O chart. Completes inspection form.
• Cleans burn table and performs minor preventative maintenance such as checking coolant levels and gases and changing or adjusting them as needed. Changes oxyfuel tips.
• Completes Plasma Table maintenance log.

Supervisory Duties

None.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or GED. 1-2 years related experience and/or training. Blueprint knowledge preferred. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Three to six months CNC machine operation experience in manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to other employees of the organization.

Math Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Skills

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

None

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made t o enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The noise level in the plant is generally loud.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position