Plasma Machine Operator

PrideStaff · United States

Plasma Machine Operator Pay Rate : $20/hour Location: Houston, TX 77039 Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours / week, Overtime as required Position Description: Operator will be responsible for operating plasma machine and producing quality flame cut parts in the most productive manner possible while maintaining safe work practices. Operator will work as a team with all other shop employees to efficiently produce and move parts through the shop and to our customers. Primary Responsibilities: Staging: moving heavy material to load table and ready for shipment; load programs as required; set up machine/tools for each job; verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces Controlling Machines and Processes: using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines & processes Troubleshooting: taking corrective measures & communicating with supervisors should problems emerge during the process Inspect and measure parts Efficient scrap utilization Perform basic maintenance of machine Maintain safe operations following safety procedures & regulations Perform other related duties as required Qualifications (applicant must possess the following skills): 2+ years of experience with oxy/fuel and/or plasma burning of plate Ability to operate the following equipment as needed: forklift, hand cutting torch, hand grinder Possess knowledge of basic math skills: ability to add, subtract and multiply whole numbers, decimals and fractions; convert decimals to fractions and vice versa; accurately use various measuring tools Ability to read work instructions in English. Must be able to work without close supervision. Ability to work overtime is desired; flexibility to hours/shifts worked a plus Bilingual a plus, but not required. Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $20.00 - $20.00 Per Hour