CNC Plate Processing Operator (Burn Table)

Job Description

Job Description

Shape What’s Next in Steel Fabrication

Imagine turning raw plate into precision parts that power construction, manufacturing, and infrastructure. As a CNC Plate Processing Operator at Toledo Steel Supply, your craftsmanship and safety mindset help us deliver exceptional results—while you grow within a team that lives its values: Service, Teamwork, going Above & Beyond, Respecting Others, and Success.

You’ll combine technical skill with problem-solving to execute complex cuts, keep equipment running, and protect quality from setup through final inspection.

• Operate CNC burn tables using plasma and oxy-fuel to deliver parts to print
• Set up jobs to balance speed, accuracy, and material yield
• Perform oxygen/gas flame cutting on plate from 1 3/8” to 10” thick
• Run CNC plasma on 1/8” to 1 1/4” material
• Read work orders and confirm specs before cutting; follow standard cutting practices
• Identify and verify material grade using the color-coding system
• Validate tolerances and cut quality using a tape measure and calipers
• Troubleshoot issues and make routine adjustments to minimize downtime
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift & overhead crane) safely
• Document and complete pre-/post-shift preventive maintenance
• Keep the cutting surface and surrounding area clean and service-ready
• Collaborate with Supervisors and Shift Leads; assist with additional tasks as needed

• High school diploma or GED; bonus points for engineering or technical certificates
• 1–3 years operating basic CNC machinery; plasma/laser/oxy experience a plus
• Mechanical aptitude with a commitment to quality workmanship
• Confident reading a tape measure; clear, proactive communicator
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to work overtime (including short-notice needs)

Work is performed in a manufacturing shop with regular exposure to noise, chemicals, and industrial materials. You’ll stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Paid vacation and sick time

• Excellent verbal communication
• Positive attitude; respect for co-workers and supervisors
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and organized

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship.

Toledo Steel Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This overview captures the core of the role. Responsibilities may be updated at any time, with or without notice, to meet operational and customer priorities.