Burn Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

We are hiring Burn Operators and Welders in Decatur , AL

**Title: Burn Operator-3rd shift

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**Location: Decatur, AL 35601

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**Duration : Temp to hire/Full time

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**Pay rate : $18/hr

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**Shift:

** 3rd Shift Monday-Thursday 11pm-7am Friday 10pm-6am

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**Position Summary:

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About CloudRay

CloudRay, based in East Windsor, NJ, is a trusted staffing partner with 25+ years of industry experience, connecting skilled talent with leading companies across the U.S. We specialize in industrial, logistics, IT, hospitality, and skilled trades staffing — ensuring candidates find stable opportunities with growth potential.

**Position Summary:

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We are seeking a Laser Burn Operator Helper for our client located in Decatur, AL. In this role, you will assist Laser operator & perform entry level or repetitive machine operation duties. Employee will work in extreme Heat & Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes and Metallic Particles. Employee will be exposed to the hazards of working with heavy machinery. Employee is required to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel toed boots with metatarsal and hearing protection. When using grinders a full-face shield is required in addition to safety glasses. A great opportunity to build your career with a leading company while enjoying steady hours and overtime potential.

Responsibilities:

• Operate horizontal and vertical band saws to cut metal materials to specified dimensions.

• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and measuring instruments.

• Set up saw equipment and adjust cutting parameters as needed.

• Measure and verify material dimensions before and after cutting.

• Inspect finished materials to ensure quality standards are met.

• Load, unload, and move materials using forklifts, cranes, or other material handling equipment when authorized.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on equipment.

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

**Requirements:

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• Must have HS Diploma

• Previous manufacturing or metal fabrication experience preferred.

• Experience operating band saws or other metal-cutting equipment preferred.

• Ability to read tape measures, calipers, and work instructions.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.

• Frequent bending, lifting, and reaching.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and metal materials.

• Experience in steel, aluminum, or metal fabrication environments.

• Forklift and overhead crane experience.

• Basic math and measurement skills.

• Must pass a Background & Drug Screen

• Steeled-Toed Boots

**Benefits (through CloudRay)

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Weekly pay

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Health insurance

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Incentives and performance-based bonuses

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Referral bonuses

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Temp-to-hire career growth potential

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**Location Advantage

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Job is commutable from Decatur (35810, 35811, 35816) Madison, AL 35758 and Athens (35611).

**Referral Bonus

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