Burn Table Operator- 2nd shift

Alloy Engineering, Berea, OH•Berea, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Alloy Engineering, located in Berea, OH, is seeking a Burn Table Operator to join our production team on the 2nd shift. This position is ideal for candidates with experience operating CNC plasma, laser, or oxy-fuel cutting tables who take pride in precision, quality, and safety. They will be responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring CNC and/or manual burn tables to cut metal plate or sheet to precise specifications. This role requires knowledge of material types, thicknesses, cutting processes, and reading blueprints.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational or technical training preferred.
1–3 years of experience operating CNC plasma or oxy-fuel burn tables preferred (willing to train entry-level candidates with mechanical aptitude).
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and welding symbols.
Basic understanding of material properties and cutting techniques.
Proficiency with measuring instruments, measuring accurately with a tape measure, and basic math, including fractions and decimals.
Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes (training provided if not already certified).
Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and the ability to work independently.
Must be detail-oriented.
Position requires physical capability, which includes standing most of the time, some lifting up to 25 to 50 pounds, and pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, and reaching as needed.
Standard shift is ten hours per day, with Steel-toe boots and safety glasses required.
The plant facility does not have air conditioning.

Responsibilities

Load raw material (steel, stainless steel, aluminum, nickel alloy, etc.) onto the burn table using overhead cranes or forklifts.
Set up and operate CNC plasma, oxy-fuel, or laser burn tables according to work orders, blueprints, and CAD/CAM programs.
Select appropriate cutting tips, consumables, speeds, feeds, and gases for material type and thickness.
Verify cutting programs for accuracy and adjust as needed.
Monitor burn table operation to ensure clean, accurate cuts and minimize scrap.
Perform test cuts to confirm tolerances before running full production.
Mark, tag, and move cut parts to the next process according to routing.
Remove slag, burrs, or imperfections from parts when required.
Inspect cut parts using measuring tools (tape measure, calipers, squares) to verify dimensions meet blueprint tolerances.
Identify and correct any defects or deviations.
Record production data and inspection results in accordance with quality procedures.
Follow all safety policies, including PPE use, lockout/tagout, and proper handling of materials and equipment.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
Perform routine maintenance such as replacing consumables, cleaning filters, and checking gas lines.
Report mechanical or software issues to maintenance or supervision immediately.