Equipment Operator 2 - High Def

Farwest Steel Corporation•Eugene, OR

24d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 600 employees located in 7 Western States. As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision: to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees As a condition of employment, all applicants are required to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Farwest adheres to federal regulations in regard to drug-testing, which includes THC. Pre-employment drug screen and background check must be completed, post offer of employment. Farwest participates in E-Verify and we confirm each candidate’s eligibility to legally work in the US. Farwest Steel's production department seeks a knowledgeable and dependable individual to join their team as Equipment Operator II. In this role, you will operate a High-Definition Plasma table at maximum machine efficiency to generate the highest part quality. You will also be responsible for general machine preventative maintenance while adhering to safety protocols and industry best practices within the steel service sector

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience with metal burning or plasma cutting.

Nice To Haves

Proven ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment in line with OSHA and company safety policies.
Experience working as part of a team in a metal processing or manufacturing environment.
Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions, including performing basic mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

Operate High-Definition cutting equipment to maintain optimal machine uptime and part quality.
Communicate effectively with crane operators, machine operators, and parts processors to streamline production and reduce downtime.
Review and verify batch tickets, work instructions, material specifications, part numbers, revisions, thickness, and grade before cutting.
Verify heat numbers against certifications and follow proper documentation procedures.
Perform first article inspections to confirm correct thickness, measurements, and cut quality.
Properly mark remnants for restocking, including color code, heat number, thickness, and REM number.
Monitor operations with a focus on reducing cost: minimize material waste, maximize machine time, and ensure proper equipment usage.
Enforce and adhere to all company safety protocols and industry standards.