Precision Burner Machine Operator — 1st Shift

Metals USA Flat Rolled Group

Greensboro, Northern (NC, KY)

Hybrid

USD 32,000 - 36,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Metals USA Plates & Shapes Division invites applications for a Burner Machine Operator on the 1st shift in Greensboro, NC. The role focuses on operating burner machinery, setting up processes, and ensuring quality in carbon steel fabrication for defense, construction, and related industries.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of relevant machine experience, basic math and measurement skills, and familiarity with Windows.

Qualifications

Must read and understand English work orders and safety policies.
Ability to read English and metric measurements with a tape measure, caliper or micrometer.
Basic arithmetic to calculate decimals and fractions.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows for loading designs.
Experience operating a burning machine or as a machine operator helper (1+ year).
Experience operating an overhead crane and forklift.

Responsibilities

Review CAD drawings, work orders, tooling instructions or written specs.
Operate overhead crane for material handling as part of processing.
Set up machine, select burning tip, adjust gas flow and feed rates; verify dimensions with gauges.
Align material in machine bed and fixtures using gauges/tools.
Perform quality inspections and reject/adjust as needed (In Process QA where applicable).
Stack, band and palletize finished products for shipment; follow safety policies and code of conduct.