Plasma Operator

Plasma Operator

Job Description

This role operates a plasma table to produce high-quality parts for fabrication, ensuring accuracy, safety, and efficiency throughout the cutting process. You will independently troubleshoot system issues, maintain equipment, and accurately identify and record structural steel materials while working closely with a small, supportive team in a busy fabrication shop.

Responsibilities

• Operate the plasma table to cut and produce various parts for fabrication according to specifications and production requirements.
• Troubleshoot plasma table and system errors independently to minimize downtime and maintain consistent production flow.
• Identify and record structural steel materials used for jobs and stock parts, using a tape measure in both metric and imperial systems to verify dimensions.
• Perform routine maintenance on the plasma table, including monitoring the condition of consumables and changing them as needed to ensure optimal cutting performance.
• Set up and adjust machines and equipment for plasma cutting operations, ensuring proper calibration and safe operation.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to determine cutting patterns, dimensions, and material requirements.
• Inspect finished parts for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications, following quality assurance procedures.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers to verify dimensions and tolerances on cut parts.
• Handle and move materials and parts safely, including loading and unloading material onto the plasma table or burn table as required.
• Collaborate with welders, fabricators, and other team members to coordinate workflow and support production needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all shop safety guidelines and procedures.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to operate a plasma table for cutting structural steel and sheet metal parts.
• Experience troubleshooting system errors on plasma cutting equipment independently.
• Ability to identify and record structural steel materials for jobs and stock parts accurately.
• Proficiency using a tape measure in both metric and imperial systems to verify dimensions.
• Experience with plasma cutting, plasma torch operation, and burn table operation.
• Hands-on experience in fabrication and machine operation in a shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and perform basic blueprint reading for fabrication work.
• Experience with inspection and quality assurance processes for fabricated parts.
• Skill in using measuring tools such as calipers for dimensional checks and calibration-related tasks.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for machines and cutting equipment.
• Ability to safely perform loading and material handling tasks in a fabrication shop.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift experience or certification is a strong advantage.
• Experience with laser operation, laser cutting, or laser machines in a fabrication environment.
• Experience in sheet metal work, press brake operation, or general machine operating.
• Some fitting experience to support fabrication and assembly work.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed blueprints and fabrication drawings with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience with quality assurance practices, including inspection and documentation of finished parts.

Work Environment

This is a first-shift position, working Monday through Friday from 7:00 . to 3:30 . You will work in a fabrication shop environment on a crew that includes more than 20 welders on the day shift. The shop uses plasma tables, burn tables, plasma torches, and other fabrication equipment such as press brakes and laser machines, along with standard measuring and inspection tools like tape measures and calipers. The environment focuses on safe shop practices, organized work areas, and coordinated production activities. The role involves standing for extended periods, handling steel materials, operating machinery, and working in a busy, production-oriented setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small team that treats each other like family, fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere where everyone looks out for one another. The shop emphasizes safety, providing a secure work environment where safe practices are a core value. You can expect a stable schedule, a close-knit crew, and the opportunity to build strong working relationships while contributing to high-quality fabrication work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Calgary, AB.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de laviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons lexpertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de lindustrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers lAmérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions daffaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi quun programme daide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe dégalité daccès à lemploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de lâge, de la couleur, de la religion, de lorigine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de lorientation sexuelle, de lidentité de genre, de linformation génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur légalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à lOrdonnance sur légalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de lintelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser lintelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus dembauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et lévaluation des candidatures. LIA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à laide doutils dIA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.