Torch Cut Operator - 2nd shift

Integrity Fab & Machine, Inc.; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrity Fab & Machine, Inc. is seeking a Torch Cut Operator to machine steel plates per blueprints and layout instructions using thermal-cutting equipment.

The role requires lifting and positioning heavy pieces, setting up torches, and maintaining cut quality in a manufacturing shop environment. The candidate should have a High School diploma and 2–3 years of experience with large torch cutting machines, with strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• 2–3 years’ experience with large torch cutting machines preferred.
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment (forklifts, cranes, jibs).

Responsibilities

• Lifts positions workpiece onto table, manually or using jib or crane.
• Connects hoses from torch to oxygen/fuel gas tanks.
• Selects torch tip, gas pressures, and speed of cut according to thickness.
• Installs torch tip and starts pressure of fuel gas.
• Lights torch and adjusts oxygen flow to achieve proper flame.
• Directs flame along cutting line to maintain cut quality.
• Removes finished workpiece and inspects for burrs or defects.
• Chips or grinds burrs from edges with grinder.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitask Priorities

Quality & Safety

Ethical Conduct

Communication

Reliability

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Torch cutting machines

Job description

Summary /Objective

Cuts, trims, or scarfs steel plates to dimensions, contour, or bevel specified by blueprints, layout, work order, or oral instructions, using thermal-cutting equipment

Torch Cut Operator

Job Description

Summary /Objective

Cuts, trims, or scarfs steel plates to dimensions, contour, or bevel specified by blueprints, layout, work order, or oral instructions, using thermal-cutting equipment

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lifts positions workpiece onto table, manually or using jib or crane
• Connects hoses from torch to oxygen tank fuel gas tank, like acetylene or propane
• Selects torch tip, gas pressures, speed of cut, and allows for width of cut, according to thickness type of metal as computed from charts
• Installs torch tip and turns handle to start adjust pressure of fuel gas
• Lights torch and adjusts flow of oxygen to obtain desired mixture, as indicated by color size of flame
• Directs flame on workpiece to heat it to oxidizing temperature, as indicated by color of metal
• Squeezes lever or trigger to release additional jet of oxygen which burns path through metal
• Guides flame along cutting line, observing cutting to judge angle, distance of torch, and speed of movement
• Removes inspects finished workpiece
• Chips or grinds burrs from edges, using power chisel or portable grinder
• May lay out cutting lines, using rule, square, compass, or by tracing from template
• May cut damaged or worn pieces from metal structure, like bridge or building frames, ship plates, or pipelines
• Perform basic equipment maintenance in compliance with preventative/predictive schedules.
• Communicate with co-workers, management, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This job operates in a manufacturing shop environment with direct exposure to noise, chemicals, and materials consistent with a manufacturing environment is constant. This is a physically demanding position; maintaining the physical strength to lift materials up to 50 pounds, endure prolonged standing, dexterity, and stamina is necessary.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time or part-time position. This position is assigned to either a day or evening shift. Overtime work may be required as job duties demand.

Skills, Abilities, And Competencies Necessary

• Attention to Detail
• Multitask and Shift Priorities as Necessary
• Adherence to Quality and Safety Standards
• Ethical Conduct
• Communication Proficiency
• Reliability

Required Education And Experience

• High School diploma.
• Must have the demonstrated ability to safely operate all material handling equipment, including fork trucks, overhead cranes, jib cranes, battery magnets, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.

Preferred Education And Experience

• 2-3 years’ experience with large torch cutting machines

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must submit pre-employment drug and background check authorization.

AAP/EEO Statement

Smith Management and Consulting provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.

Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.