Torch Cutting Specialist: Safe, Efficient Production

SA Recycling; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Recycling in Savannah, GA is seeking a torch cutting operator to support scrap metal recycling operations and efficient torch production. You will set up the cutting area, manage the Oxy-fuel station, and ensure regulator and hose safety while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

With prior torch cutting experience preferred, candidates should pass medical and background checks and may benefit from bilingual English/Spanish skills and basic math ability for daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions.
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test
• Must pass a background check
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
• Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands
• Previous torch cutting related experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
• Setting up the cutting area for Hot Work Policy, Emergency Action Plan, and efficient cutting production
• Setup Oxy-fuel station position, regulator adjustments, hose safety and torch condition
• Change out compressed gas cylinders when required
• Wear the required PPE
• Maintenance and housekeeping of the entire torch cutting area
• Inspect the safety of the equipment
• Use common cutting techniques that conserve torch parts and maximize production
• Clean up work area at the end of shift
• Keep work areas neat and orderly
• Organizing materials to have more effective use of space
• Dispose of various waste materials in the appropriate manner
• Inspection to ensure cleanup is completed
• Effective housekeeping in workplace area is an ongoing operation for safety and better hygienic conditions for all team members

Skills

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Basic math

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Oxy-fuel torch cutting equipment

Mechanics tools

Job description

SA Recycling in Savannah, GA is seeking a torch cutting operator to support scrap metal recycling operations and efficient torch production. You will set up the cutting area, manage the Oxy-fuel station, and ensure regulator and hose safety while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

With prior torch cutting experience preferred, candidates should pass medical and background checks and may benefit from bilingual English/Spanish skills and basic math ability for daily tasks.