Burner Machine Operator

Metals USA•Greensboro, NC
•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Metals USA -- Plates Shapes is seeking a 1st shift Burner Machine Operator for our Greensboro NC facility. Metals USA - Plates & Shapes Division is a solid, growth oriented carbon steel distribution center servicing the defense, commercial construction, road construction and fabrication industries. The Burner Operator under limited supervision performs moderately to advanced production activities requiring skill and competency in production process and machine operation.

Requirements

  • High School Graduate or Equivalent
  • Basic reading and writing comprehension in English (to read work order instructions, safety and policy manuals)
  • Basic measuring skills to read English & Metric systems and a tape measure, caliper or micrometer
  • Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows software (for loading up design to be burned)
  • Minimum one (1) year experience in operating burning machine or as machine operator helper
  • Experience operating an overhead crane / forklift operator
  • Demonstrated manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination

Responsibilities

  • Reviews CAD drawings, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications.
  • Coordinates and executes material handling to be processed including operation of overhead crane.
  • Chooses correct material for the job according to work order.
  • Sets up machine, selects proper burning tip, sets gas flow and machine feed rates, location of cutting, lines dimensions, tolerances, operational sequences and uses gauges, calipers, squares, rulers for measurement.
  • Sets up and aligns specified material or other fixtures in machine bed using gauges, templates, shims or hand tools.
  • Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations, performs In Process Quality Inspections.
  • Diagnoses problems and makes necessary adjustments and removes scrap from machine.
  • Stacks, bands and palletizes finished products for shipment to customers.
  • Complies with company and OSHA safety policies and safe work practices.
  • Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a Burner Machine Operator.
  • Adheres to Reliance Steel and Aluminum's Code of Conduct as well as customer confidentiality requirements.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • comprehensive benefits program
  • upward mobility professional growth
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