Plasma Cutter Setter Operator Shifts

JOB OVERVIEW

As a Plasma Cutter Setter/Operator, you will be responsible for preparing and operating our Flat Bed CNC Plasma cutter, used to prepare structural steel for fabrication. You will utilise your analytical and mathematical skills to interpret technical drawings in order to identify and create the most efficient production method.

JOB TITLE  Plasma Cutter Setter/Operator

LOCATION  On-site

JOB TYPE  Full-time, permanent

RATE  £12.68 p/h, plus £1.50 shift allowance for late shift

HOURS  Split Shifts: 07:00 – 15:00 Mon – Fri, then 14:00 – 22:30 Mon – Thurs & 13:00 – 19:00 Fri

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Load & unload materials (this may require use of an overhead crane & other heavy machinery)
• Manual lifting & manoeuvring of materials.
• Adjust machine settings to desired product specification.
• Use computer software to create the required production process.
• Coordinate with purchasing to maintain inventory of tooling to avoid downtime.
• Implement routine machine cleaning & maintenance, focusing on preventive maintenance.
• Assist in quality control during manufacturing stage.
• Troubleshoot issues.
• Train new & existing staff on machine operation procedures (as and when required).
• Adhere to all Health & Safety & company standards.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Previous engineering/manufacturing experience (preferably with structural steelwork).
• Strong understanding of CNC machinery; specifically Flat Bed Plasma Cutter or similar
• Analytical & good problem solving abilities..
• Good communication at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure & meet strict deadlines.
• Competent in reading & interpreting technical drawings (Tekla Structures).
• Able to work alone as well as within a team.
• Safety conscious.

THE COMPANY

Midland Structures Ltd is a well-established Structural Steelwork Contractor based in the West Midlands. We offer a coordinated design, manufacture, and installation solution for all types of steel structures.

Through investment and innovation, we have developed a supply chain capable of accommodating our customer’s requirements with projects ranging from 1 tonne up to 1000 tonnes. With the latest software and machinery, we are able to process in excess of 150 tonnes of steelwork per week.

Our 70,000 sq. ft. factory is equipped with two cut and drill lines, submerged arc welding, in house shot blasting, plasma cutting, robotic coping, off site assembly and a dedicated intumescent paint facility. Our Cutting-Edge facility reliably gives customers steelwork delivered on time and within budget allowing us to focus on building relationships within the industry.

BENEFITS

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer the following benefits to all employees*:

• Life Insurance
• Health cash plan
• Wellbeing support
• Health screening
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Long-term sickness cover
• Peoples Pension (state scheme)
• 28 days holiday (including statutory holidays)
• On-site parking

*Certain benefits are only available following successful completion of a probation period.