Burner Machine Operator

Metals USA•Greensboro, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Metals USA — Plates & Shapes Division is seeking a first-shift Burner Machine Operator for its Greensboro, North Carolina facility. The division is a carbon steel distribution center serving the defense, commercial construction, road construction, and fabrication industries. Under limited supervision, the Burner Machine Operator performs moderately to advanced production activities requiring skill and competency in production processes and machine operation. The role includes reviewing work specifications, handling and selecting materials, setting up and operating burning equipment, inspecting finished products, troubleshooting machine issues, and preparing products for shipment. Regular and predictable attendance is required. The operator must follow company and OSHA safety policies and practices, adhere to Reliance Steel and Aluminum’s Code of Conduct, and protect customer-confidential information. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Basic English reading and writing comprehension to read work orders, safety materials, and policy manuals.
Basic measuring skills using English and 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 designs to be burned.
At least one year of experience operating a burning machine or working as a machine operator helper.
Experience operating an overhead crane or forklift.
Demonstrated manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, sitting, handling/fingering, reaching, climbing, squatting, kneeling, bending, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 51–100 pounds with assistance.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed boots, a hard hat with chin strap, protective eyewear, hand protection, arm guards or sleeves, and hearing protection when required.

Responsibilities

Review CAD drawings, work orders, tooling instructions, and other written specifications.
Coordinate and execute material handling, including operating an overhead crane.
Select the correct material for each job according to the work order.
Set up the machine and select the proper burning tip, gas flow, feed rates, cutting location, dimensions, tolerances, and operating sequence; use gauges, calipers, squares, and rulers for measurement.
Set up and align specified material or fixtures in the machine bed using gauges, templates, shims, or hand tools.
Perform quality-control inspections on finished products and, at ISO-certified locations, perform in-process quality inspections.
Diagnose problems, make necessary adjustments, and remove scrap from the machine.
Stack, band, and palletize finished products for customer shipment.
Follow company and OSHA safety policies and safe work practices.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Follow Reliance Steel and Aluminum’s Code of Conduct and customer confidentiality requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned.