CNC Thermal Cutting Operator

CNC Thermal Cutting Operator

Imagine starting your shift with a clear lineup of customer orders, steel plate staged, and your CNC burn table ready. You load material, call up programs, verify specs, and get the first arc lit. Throughout the day, you’re translating work orders into precision cuts—switching between oxy-fuel for heavy sections and plasma for thinner plate—so our customers receive parts on time and to spec.

About Toledo Steel Supply

We’re a high-energy steel supplier with a professional, fast-moving shop. Our culture centers on Service, Teamwork, going Above & Beyond, Respecting Others, and Success. You’ll join people who take pride in doing things right and helping one another win. We provide competitive wages plus medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k profit-sharing, and paid vacation and sick time.

What You’ll Do

• Operate CNC-controlled oxy-fuel equipment to flame cut plate from 1 3/8” up to 10” thick.
• Run CNC plasma processes for plate from 1/8” to 1 1/4” thick.
• Interpret work orders and set up machines to meet quality, tolerance, and delivery expectations.
• Optimize nests and setups to improve throughput and material yield without sacrificing quality.
• Verify material grade using the color-coding system and confirm dimensions with a tape measure and calipers.
• Maintain cut quality and tolerances; make basic adjustments and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Handle material safely using a forklift and overhead crane.
• Complete pre- and post-shift preventive maintenance and keep the cutting surface in top condition.
• Follow established cutting practices, standard work, and all safety rules; take direction from Supervisors and Shift Leads.
• Pitch in with additional duties as needed to support team goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; a certificate or diploma in an engineering-related field is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with cutting machines (plasma, laser, or oxy) is required.
• 1–3 years operating basic CNC machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, dependable workmanship, and the ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Clear communicator, punctual, and dedicated to quality.
• Willing to work overtime, including on short notice when needed.

Work Environment

This is a shop-floor role with continual exposure to the sounds, materials, and chemicals common to manufacturing. You’ll be on your feet for extended periods and should be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

How We Work

We value people who bring a positive attitude, respect for teammates and supervisors, and strong communication. You’ll thrive here if you’re self-motivated, organized, precise, and take pride in the details.

Important Notes

While this overview captures the core of the job, responsibilities may evolve to meet business needs. You might be asked to take on new tasks with or without advance notice.

Accessibility

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

Equal Opportunity

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.