Plasma Table Operator

at  Morskate Manufacturing Ltd

Are you looking for an exciting new career opportunity that comes with amazing opportunities for success and growth for your future? Morskate Manufacturing is actively recruiting motivated Full-Time Plasma Operators to join our dynamic team of professionals. Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, you will be responsible for fabricating various metal projects in our manufacturing plant using the Python X Plasma Table. If you are a reliable self starter with a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you!
Morskate Manufacturing is a family run structural steel manufacturer located in Ponoka, Alberta. Specializing in structural, agricultural and custom orders, we take pride in the ability to be adaptable and flexible when designing and building orders to meet the customers exact requirements. We are a dedicated team of hard-working individuals who strive for excellence and innovation in everything we do. If you want to be able to take pride in the quality, service, and creativity of your work, Morskate is the place for you!
Reports to: Shop Supervisor

2. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

· Previous experience in a metal fabrication shop an asset
· Thorough understanding of CNC controlled plasma tables and CNC controlled equipment
· Ability to read and interpret drawings, sketches, procedures and practices
· Knowledge of materials and strong understanding of metals
· Ability to multi task i.e. program, run table, grind and clean parts with grinder and other tools
· Good with numbers in regards to accurate measurements, checking drawings, counting parts and calculating weights
· Must have good time management skills
· Must be physically fit and able to lift 50 lbs. and be on feet for long periods of time
· Able to work independently or as part of a team
· Ability to speak, read, write and understand English clearly
· Possess problem solving skills

1. RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Maintain excellent attendance record
· Program, operate and maintain CNC controlled plasma table and CNC controlled equipment
· Nest parts efficiently using applicable software
· Accurately measure plate thickness and size of plates for efficient nesting
· Nest multiple jobs and multiple material in software and stay organized, clean, chip, label and stack material per job.
· Ensure proper material is loaded and thickness matches nest
· Manage plasma table operation in conjunction with grinding and cleaning parts with grinder and other hand tools
· Label, stack and organize cut parts as per nest for use by fabrication
· Completion of applicable paperwork associated with the position
· Maintain and service plasma table and related equipment as required
· Perform maintenance, repair and troubleshooting machines
· Maintain inventory records
· Accurate use of square, levels, angle finder and other measuring tools related to specific area (in both Metric & Imperial)
· Operate grinders and other hand tools
· Safe operation of overhead crane and mobile equipment for material movement

3. HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Active participation in company safety program
· Follow safety protocol including wearing of required PPE and understanding and application of safety policies, procedures and practices
All duties and responsibilities may be expanded upon and are subject to change
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $26.00-$32.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In perso