JOB TITLE: Burn Machine Operator

SUPERVISED BY: Warehouse Superintendent/Warehouse Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Specializes in operating one or more burning machines to burn plate in various shapes. Planning and performing operation which requires set-ups with a high degree of accuracy; install burning tips, and adjust guides, stops, working tables and other controls to handle the size of stock to be processed; determine proper pressures, feeds, speeds, tips and operating sequence. May be required to recognize when tools and tips need changed. Requires blueprint knowledge.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately locate and identify stock for storage and retrieval.

• Safely operate and maintain/clean related machinery and equipment.

• Safely operate and adjust machinery and equipment for full utilization.

• Accurately process material to minimize waste and drops.

• Capable of adjusting machinery for full utilization of material with minimal waste.

• Notify Supervisor when oxygen, gas and equipment needs to be replaced.

• Properly identify and process paperwork necessary for material handling/Production Recording.

• Maintain proper records when required.

• Perform Warehouse functions when needed and when processing work is not available.

• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Always be helpful and courteous to all customers and employees.

• Perform other duties as related or assigned for the benefit of the Company.
• Good attendance is an essential function of this job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED.

Experience in making templates and some drafting.

Previous burning machine experience.

Overhead crane and forklift experience preferred.

Excellent math, geometry, measurement and PC skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to work as a team member without close supervision to meet Company and personal goals.

Capable of reading orders, a tape measure, calipers, and blueprints and use of a square.

Capable of using a gas/oxygen torch.

Excellent eye-to-hand coordination.

Excellent reading, writing and math skills as measured by a pre-employment test.

Ability to meet physical demands of position which are required 80% of the workday (i.e. lifting, pushing, pulling, standing, and climbing).