Burn Plasma/Laser Programmer Lead

ANDRITZ AG•Ruston, LA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in. Brief DescriptionOperates the burn table using blueprints, drawings, etc. to cut various parts. Sets up and operates flame, plasma, or laser burning (cutting) machine to cut metal of various sizes and thickness into required patterns – sometimes to very close tolerances. May use NC/CNC technology or sketches to establish with limited direction. Inspects parts to ensure that specified tolerances and dimensions are met.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED
5+ years of experience in burn plasma/laser operation and programming
Full understanding of burn plasma & laser equipment and operational requirements
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and bill of materials to manufacture products/parts
Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
Prior leadership experience
Proven ability to maintain strict tolerances of manufactured parts
Strong mathematical ability to calculate material needs
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Good communication and organizational skills with a willingness to work with others; ability to interact professionally and positively with all levels of personnel in the company
Good understanding and background of production and manufacturing in a sheet metal facility
Demonstrate qualities that support a safe working environment
Forklift certification required
Majority of work is performed in a warehouse and manufacturing shop environment; exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, forklifts, and electricity in the manufacturing areas, noise level is usually moderate to high
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; must have ability to use close vision, peripheral vision, and adjust focus; required to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, crouch, walk, use hands and arms to reach for objects, carry, climb, balance, speak, hear, and work at heights using ladders or manlifts

Responsibilities

Examine detailed drawings, blueprints, bill of materials, etc. to establish material and equipment requirements
Set up burn table to cut proper part, using metalworking machines and equipment
Program and operate burn table, reporting any variations needed to the program
Use forklift and cranes to load and unload sheet metal and metal parts to/from the burn table
Use hand and/or power tools to deburr parts
Manufacture products/parts that are high quality, within tolerances, and as required
Instruct and train all levels of operators
Coordinate with other department leads/supervisors on the prioritization of workflow throughout the department
Assist Production Manager with budget for department
Lead by example and motivate the operator team to complete projects on-time
Contribute feedback to and sit in on performance reviews with Production Manager
Maintain and perform maintenance on burn table as required
Embody, demonstrate, and reinforce the #1ANDRITZway core values and behaviors and promote a positive work environment
Other duties as assigned