Plasma Table Operator 3rd Shift (Fort Wayne, IN)

Ottenweller Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottenweller Company in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Plasma Table Operator for 3rd shift. You will set up and run a plasma burntable to cut heavy gage metal and load plates using overhead cranes.

The role requires basic blueprint reading, 1–2 years of related experience, and 3–6 months of CNC operation in manufacturing. You will monitor torch heat, perform first-piece inspections, and help maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years related experience and/or training.
• 3-6 months CNC machine operation experience in manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up plasma burntable by loading large steel plates and entering job parameters.
• Operate burntable by monitoring heat, pre-heat times, and pierce rate.
• Unload parts using overhead crane/jib crane and inspect first piece per blueprint.
• Clean and scrape parts and scrap, and perform routine maintenance on the table.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspection per C=O chart using calipers and tape.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Plasma Table Operator 3rd 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

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.

Environment :While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually 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.