Senior Plasma/Laser Burn Lead & CNC Programmer

ANDRITZ; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

ANDRITZ in Ruston, LA is seeking an experienced burn table operator to set up and run flame/plasma/laser cutting equipment, read detailed drawings, and produce parts to tight tolerances. You will program and operate the burn table, train operators, and coordinate with other departments to maintain smooth workflow.

The role requires 5+ years of experience with burn plasma/laser operations, strong math skills, and forklift certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of burn plasma/laser operation and programming experience.
• Solid understanding of burn plasma & laser equipment and operating requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and BOMs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Prior leadership experience.
• Proven ability to maintain tight tolerances on manufactured parts.
• Strong mathematical ability to calculate material needs.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Examine detailed drawings, blueprints, and BOMs to establish material and equipment requirements.
• Set up burn table to cut proper parts using metalworking machines.
• Program and operate burn table, reporting any variations to the program.
• Use forklift and cranes to load/unload sheet metal and parts to/from the burn table.
• Use hand and/or power tools to deburr parts.
• Manufacture products/parts high quality within tolerances.
• Instruct and train all levels of operators.
• Coordinate with department leads on workflow prioritization.
• Assist Production Manager with department budget.
• Lead by example to motivate the team to complete projects on time.
• Provide feedback for performance reviews with Production Manager.
• Maintain and perform maintenance on burn table as required.
• Promote core values and a positive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Read blueprints & BOM

Math/problem solving

Communication & teamwork

Independent work

Safety mindset

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

ANDRITZ in Ruston, LA is seeking an experienced burn table operator to set up and run flame/plasma/laser cutting equipment, read detailed drawings, and produce parts to tight tolerances. You will program and operate the burn table, train operators, and coordinate with other departments to maintain smooth workflow.

The role requires 5+ years of experience with burn plasma/laser operations, strong math skills, and forklift certification.