Plasma Machine Operator

Plasma Machine OperatorPay rate: $20/hourLocation: Houston, TX 77039Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours/week, overtime as requiredPosition DescriptionOperator will be responsible for operating plasma machine and producing quality flame cut parts in the most productive manner possible while maintaining safe work practices. Operator will work as a team with all other shop employees to efficiently produce and move parts through the shop and to our customers.Primary ResponsibilitiesStaging: moving heavy material to load table and ready for shipment; load programs as required; set up machine/tools for each job; verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpiecesControlling Machines and Processes: using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines & processesTroubleshooting: taking corrective measures & communicating with supervisors should problems emerge during the processInspect and measure partsEfficient scrap utilizationPerform basic maintenance of machineMaintain safe operations following safety procedures & regulationsPerform other related duties as requiredQualifications (Applicant Must Possess the Following Skills):2+ years of experience with oxy/fuel and/or plasma burning of plateAbility to operate the following equipment as needed: forklift, hand cutting torch, hand grinderPossess knowledge of basic math skills: ability to add, subtract and multiply whole numbers, decimals and fractions; convert decimals to fractions and vice versa; accurately use various measuring toolsAbility to read work instructions in EnglishMust be able to work without close supervisionAbility to work overtime is desired; flexibility to hours/shifts worked a plusBilingual a plus, but not requiredCompensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $20.00 - $20.00 Per Hour