Plasma Operator

Plasma Operator

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00/hr

Shift: 1st Shift 8am-4:30pm Monday-Friday

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a plasma cutting machine to cut stainless steel plate products according to specifications.
• Read and interpret basic drawings and shop prints to determine cutting requirements and dimensions.
• Use tape measures and other basic measurement tools to verify dimensions and ensure accuracy of cuts.
• Build skids to properly support and secure steel products for storage and transport.
• Operate a forklift safely to move raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished products throughout the facility.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet dimensional and quality standards.
• Handle and position metal and steel materials, including loading and unloading onto machinery and skids.
• Apply mechanical aptitude and basic fabrication knowledge to support cutting, bending, pressing, and other metalworking activities as needed.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3+ years of experience operating a plasma or water jet machine in a metal or wood shop environment.
• Proven ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
• Ability to read and interpret basic drawings and shop prints.
• Strong measurement skills, including accurate use of a tape measure and basic measurement tools.
• Basic understanding of mathematics relevant to measuring, cutting, and fabrication.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in fabrication, including cutting, bending, pressing, and working with metal and steel components.
• Exposure to laser cutting or similar metalworking machinery.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pottstown, PA.

Pay and Benefits: Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Pottstown, PA.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 20, 2026.