Burner Operator - 2nd Shift

Kloeckner•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Burner Operator ensures quality products are produced safely and efficiently by setting up and operating burner systems and performing basic programming tasks. This position works 2nd shift, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and requires availability to work overtime as needed. The operator reviews work orders and related paperwork to plan order placement on the table, groups orders by thickness, and prioritizes work according to supervisor instructions and other stated requirements. The role includes locating and handling materials with appropriate equipment, setting up the burner torch with the correct tips, programming the CNC computer based on work orders, cleaning and stacking cut parts, preparing finished parts for packaging, and labeling and moving completed orders. The operator also removes scrap and performs other tasks that support production efficiency and safety.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work assigned overtime, sometimes with short notice.
Ability to pass a physical examination for vision, hearing, and mobility.
Demonstrated reliable work history.
Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on precision and quality in inspection tasks.

Responsibilities

Review and interpret paperwork and work orders to plan order placement on the table.
Group orders by thickness and prioritize them according to supervisor instructions, second runs, customer will calls, or other requirements.
Locate materials on the floor or in staging areas and use appropriate material-handling equipment, such as chains with plate hooks, plate dogs, magnets, or spreader bars.
Place dunnage on the table as required.
Select the correct burner torch tips for the material type and desired cutting edges.
Program the CNC computer according to work order instructions.
Clean scrap slag from finished parts as they are cut, then stack parts on a skid or place them in a 3-yard hopper for transportation to the tumbler slag cleaning machine.
After cleaning, place parts on a skid for packaging.
Note customer unloading requirements, shrink wrap as needed, band materials with steel banding, and label skids with order numbers, customer names, and PO numbers when required.
Remove scrap from the table and place it in the dumpster.
Move finished orders to the staging area as needed.
Perform other tasks as assigned to support production efficiency and safety.

Benefits

401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Health insurance, including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Wellness stipend
Paid life insurance
Paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Adoption assistance (financial)
Adoption and fertility navigation support
Referral program
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount
Tuition reimbursement