CNC Plasma Operator

About the Employer

A growing industrial manufacturing company is seeking a CNC Plasma Operator to join its production team. The organization designs and manufactures heavy-duty equipment components and is known for its technical capabilities and commitment to continuous improvement.

Through ongoing investment in innovation and process optimization, the company produces durable, high-performance parts that align with current environmental standards while helping clients maintain operational efficiency. The team environment emphasizes quality workmanship, safety, and reliability.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Production Lead, the CNC Plasma Operator is responsible for preparing and cutting steel materials according to technical drawings and work orders, ensuring finished components meet internal quality standards.

Qualifications • High school diploma • Formal CNC training (an asset) • Approximately 1-2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing setting • Background in metal fabrication or steel processing (considered an advantage) • Ability to accurately interpret mechanical drawings • Comfortable working with metric and imperial measurements • Familiarity with precision measuring instruments • Experience using overhead cranes or material handling equipment • Strong communication skills and openness to ongoing training • Dependable, adaptable, and capable of working independently • Physically able to remain standing for extended shifts • Understanding of workplace health and safety practices in an industrial setting

Key Responsibilities • Set up and operate CNC plasma cutting equipment to process steel parts • Verify dimensions and quality of completed cuts • Identify and organize finished components according to production requirements • Transport raw materials and scrap safely using overhead lifting equipment • Ensure appropriate consumables and gases are installed prior to operation • Monitor wear on cutting components and report abnormalities • Replace gas cylinders safely in compliance with safety procedures • Perform routine upkeep on machinery and filtration systems • Assist with additional shop-floor tasks as required

Ideal Candidate Profile • Collaborative and team-oriented • Detail-focused with strong drawing interpretation skills • Positive, solutions-focused mindset • Strong situational awareness (visual and auditory) • Takes ownership of equipment condition and safety standards • Reliable, punctual, and well-organized • Good hand-eye coordination and manual precision

What’s Offered • Competitive hourly compensation • Group insurance plan with substantial employer contribution • Employer-supported retirement savings program • Company-provided work attire and protective footwear • Consistent full-time schedule (four 10-hour evening shifts per week) • Clean, modern production facility with up-to-date equipment