Thermal Plate Processing Technician (CNC Burner)

Join a team that cuts with precision

At Toledo Steel Supply, we move fast, work smart, and live our values: Service, Teamwork, going Above & Beyond, Respecting Others, and Success. Expect a professional environment that’s both challenging and rewarding, plus competitive wages, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401k profit-sharing, and paid vacation and sick time.

Your impact

• Program and run CNC-controlled plasma and oxy-fuel equipment to deliver customer-ready parts.
• Interpret work orders and set machines to achieve exact specs and consistent quality.
• Balance throughput and material yield through smart setups and nesting.
• Execute flame cutting (oxygen and gas) on heavy plate in the 1 3/8”–10” range.
• Perform CNC plasma cutting on material in the 1/8”–1 1/4” range.
• Confirm material grades via color coding; verify tolerances with a tape measure and calipers.
• Troubleshoot issues on the fly and make basic adjustments to keep production on track.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to stage, load, and offload material safely.
• Complete and document pre-/post-shift preventative maintenance; keep the cutting surface clean and serviceable.
• Follow direction from Supervisors and Shift Leads; practice safe machine operation at all times.

Must-haves

• High school diploma or GED; technical training in a related field is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with cutting machines (plasma, laser, or oxy) — required.
• 1–3 years operating basic CNC machinery.
• Mechanical aptitude, quality craftsmanship, and the ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and solid communication with teammates.
• Ability to work overtime, including on short notice when needed.

Work setting

• Manufacturing shop environment with routine exposure to noise, chemicals, and industrial materials.
• Physically intensive role: lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

How we collaborate

We’re a tight-knit group committed to safety, continuous improvement, and helping each other succeed. Duties may evolve over time to meet the needs of the business.

Legal

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.