What are the responsibilities and job description for the Burn Table Operator position at Veteran Hiring Solutions?
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MISSION
To support American manufacturing by safely and accurately cutting precision tool steel plates for custom industrial applications across aerospace, defense, firearms, automotive, and tool & die industries. This role directly contributes to customer satisfaction, inventory accountability, and operational excellence.
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
Within the first 30–90 days, the successful candidate will:
This role is built for someone who thrives in a high-accountability, detail-driven, team-oriented environment. Ideal candidates will bring:
Your precision supports manufacturing across the country, from firearms to aerospace. As a veteran, your mindset toward discipline, readiness, and accountability directly translates here. You’re not just getting a job — you're stepping into the next mission: building America’s infrastructure through steel.
Requirements
Required
MISSION
To support American manufacturing by safely and accurately cutting precision tool steel plates for custom industrial applications across aerospace, defense, firearms, automotive, and tool & die industries. This role directly contributes to customer satisfaction, inventory accountability, and operational excellence.
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
Within the first 30–90 days, the successful candidate will:
- Operate a 26-foot CNC burn table to process customer-specific steel orders (up to 96” x 240”, ⅝”–6” thickness).
- Execute first-echelon troubleshooting and basic maintenance on the machine as needed.
- Ensure proper handling, tagging, and reintegration of reusable remnants into inventory, and proper disposal of scrap.
- Complete all burn orders with zero defects and meet daily output expectations on second shift.
- Support inventory control by accurately logging material movement and minimizing material loss.
- Collaborate with a tight-knit 4-person shift team and maintain a strong safety and accountability culture.
This role is built for someone who thrives in a high-accountability, detail-driven, team-oriented environment. Ideal candidates will bring:
- Military mindset toward precision, process, and accountability
- Ownership mentality for tools, materials, and outcomes
- Growth-oriented attitude with curiosity about steel, manufacturing, and continuous improvement
- Safety-first discipline with attention to detail and procedures
- Respect for peers and readiness to serve a bigger mission
Your precision supports manufacturing across the country, from firearms to aerospace. As a veteran, your mindset toward discipline, readiness, and accountability directly translates here. You’re not just getting a job — you're stepping into the next mission: building America’s infrastructure through steel.
Requirements
Required
- Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard.5 years of experience in operations, production, or logistics leadership.
- Basic computer skills and comfort operating technology
- Ability to read and follow work orders and diagrams
- Mechanical aptitude for basic troubleshooting
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a steel processing environment
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Any MOS with hands-on equipment ops or material handling
- Forklift experience or overhead crane familiarity
- Previous CNC or burn table operation a plus, but not required (training provided)
- Competitive hourly wage overtime eligibility
- Full medical/dental/vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Career progression opportunities within Ryerson’s national footprint
- Veteran-supportive culture with leadership mentorship
