Torch Operator

Principal Objective of Position:                                                                                                     

The principal objective of the Torch Operator position is to safely processes materials by cutting to mill specifications using a propane and oxygen torching system.

Essential Functions:                                                                                                                       

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Complete daily inspections on all torches, hoses, manifolds, and surrounding area of torch operation. Inspects and repairs torch hoses as necessary
• Safely operate a propane and oxygen torch system to cut, trim, or scarf metal objects specified dimensions and grades of scrap by work order, or oral instructions.
• Sort cut material into mill specifications.
• Clean and complete general care routines on torches.
• Maintain an organized work environment.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas

Other Responsibilities:                                                                                                                   

• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required:                                                                                           

• Experience working around heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, bobcats, etc.
• Previous experiencing operating welding equipment or torch.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:                                                                                  

• Knowledge and understanding of different types of material.
• Ability to correctly classify different types of metal.
• Ability to perform tasks while following safety protocol
• Proven observations skills
• Ability to recognize and respond to potential positional dangers and fire explosives.
• Ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong

Preferred Qualifications:                                                                                                                

• 1-year previous experience operating a propane and oxygen torch system.

Work Environment:                                                                                                                         

• This is an outside job with exposure to weather based on the seasons. 
• The Torch Operator will be required to wear all necessary PPE, including respirator, face shield, hearing protection and protective clothing to prevent burns. All equipment is provided by the company at no cost to the employee.