Burner Operator- 1st Shift

Kloeckner Metals - Americas•Chicago, IL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Burner Operator is responsible for ensuring that quality products are produced safely and efficiently by setting up, operating, and performing basic programming tasks related to burner systems. The role involves processing work orders, handling materials, setting up torches, programming CNC computers, performing final processing of parts, and maintaining a clean work area. The position requires attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work overtime as needed.

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
Must be detail-oriented with a strong focus on precision and quality in all inspection tasks

Responsibilities

Review and interpret paperwork and work order documents to create a mental map of order placements on the table.
Group orders by thickness and prioritize based on supervisor’s instructions, 2nd runs, customer will calls, or other requirements.
Locate materials on the floor or in staging areas, select and utilize appropriate material handling equipment such as chains with plate hooks, plate dogs, magnets, or spreader bars.
Place dunnage on the table as required.
Choose the correct tips for the burner torch based on 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 and 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 (e.g., maximum skids), shrink wrap as needed, band materials with steel banding, and label skids with order numbers, customer names, and PO numbers if required.
Remove all 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.