Torch Cutter

Precision Castparts; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Shultz Steel Company is seeking a skilled Torch Cutter to safely cut, dismantle, and prepare metal materials using oxy-fuel cutting equipment. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity in a heavy industrial environment.

Responsibilities include operating torches, setting up equipment, inspecting materials, and coordinating with the team to meet production goals. Prior experience in torch cutting or welding is preferred, with a focus on maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Vocational/technical training in welding, metal fabrication, or industrial trades is preferred.
• Torch-cutting certifications or training are a plus.
• 1 year of torch-cutting or related metalworking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate oxy-fuel torches to cut and dismantle steel and other metal materials.
• Set up, operate, and maintain cutting equipment, hoses, regulators, and torch tips.
• Inspect materials and determine the appropriate cutting method and sequence.
• Prepare materials for processing, recycling, shipment, or further fabrication.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow safety policies.
• Meet production goals with team members and work around heavy machinery.

Skills

Torch cutting

Oxy-fuel torch

Metals knowledge

Read measurements

Safety procedures

Stamina

Reliability

Welding/fabrication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical training

Torch-cutting certification

1 year torch-cutting experience

Tools

Measuring tools

Grinders

Torch equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Position Summary

The Torch Cutter is responsible for safely cutting, dismantling, and preparing metal materials using oxy-fuel cutting equipment and hand tools. This position requires the ability to identify and cut various types of steel and scrap metal efficiently while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. The Torch Cutter will inspect and maintain cutting equipment, prepare materials for processing or recycling, maintain a clean work area, and follow all company safety policies and hot-work procedures. Previous torch-cutting, welding, fabrication, demolition, or industrial experience is preferred.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned. Safety-conscious to cut, dismantle, and prepare metal materials using oxy-fuel cutting equipment and other hand tools. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working around heavy machinery and scrap metal, follow safety procedures carefully, and produce clean, accurate cuts while maintaining a productive work pace.

• Operate oxy-fuel cutting torches and related equipment to cut and dismantle steel and other metal materials.
• Cut structural steel, pipe, plate, machinery, and scrap metal to specified sizes.
• Inspect materials and determine the appropriate cutting method and sequence.
• Set up, operate, and maintain cutting equipment, hoses, regulators, and torch tips.
• Remove excess metal, slag, and debris from work areas.
• Sort and prepare cut materials for processing, recycling, shipment, or further fabrication.
• Use hand tools, measuring equipment, grinders, and other shop equipment as needed.
• Perform routine inspections of torch equipment and report damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and proper procedures for handling compressed gases and hot materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Work effectively with supervisors and other team members to meet production goals.

Required Skills

• Previous experience as a torch cutter, metal cutter, burner, welder, or in a similar industrial environment preferred.
• Ability to safely operate an oxy-fuel cutting torch.
• Knowledge of different metals and basic cutting techniques.
• Ability to read measurements and follow basic cutting instructions.
• Ability to work around heavy equipment, heat, sparks, dust, and noise.
• Good physical condition with the ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and work for extended periods.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Welding or fabrication experience is a plus.

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Vocational or technical training in welding, metal fabrication, or industrial trades is preferred.
• Relevant torch-cutting or welding certifications/training are a plus.
• 1 year of torch-cutting or related metalworking experience preferred; equivalent hands‑on experience may be considered.

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 to 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 objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Shultz Steel Company is an equal opportunity employer. The company's policy and practice is to provide equal employment opportunities and to assure those opportunities, without regard to age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation including gender identity or gender expression, religion, (including religious dress and religious grooming), mental or physical disability, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive decision making, or any other status protected by applicable local, state or federal anti‑discrimination laws.