Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced Plasma Cutter to join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the Wednesbury area.

THE ROLE

• Set and operate an plasma cutting machines to produce steel profiles and components.

• Load and position steel plate accurately onto the cutting bed.

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, cutting plans and job specifications.

• Select the correct cutting settings, including amperage, gas, speed and torch height, according to material thickness.

• Monitor the cutting process and identify issues such as poor cuts, excessive dross or incorrect dimensions.

• Carry out quality checks and dimensional inspections on finished profiles.

• Remove, sort and identify completed components ready for the next stage of production.

• Use grinders and other hand tools to remove dross, sharp edges and imperfections where required.

• Perform routine checks on the machine, including consumables, torch condition and cutting equipment.

• Complete production paperwork and maintain accurate records of completed work.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience operating a CNC plasma cutting machine within a steel fabrication or engineering environment.

• Experience operating an S3 Viper or similar CNC plasma cutting machine would be highly advantageous.

• Good understanding of plasma cutting processes and machine settings.

• Experience cutting mild steel plate across a range of thicknesses.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, cutting plans and measurements.

• Experience setting cutting speeds, amperage, gas flow and torch height to achieve a good-quality cut.

• Able to identify and rectify common cutting issues such as dross, poor edge quality, incorrect dimensions and excessive heat distortion.

• Experience carrying out basic quality checks and dimensional measurements.

• Comfortable using grinders and other hand tools to finish cut components.

• Good understanding of working safely around CNC machinery, plasma cutting equipment and heavy steel.

HOURS OF WORK

Monday - Thursday 08:00am - 17:00pm 

Friday 08:00am - 15:00pm

PAY RATE

£14.00ph - £15.00ph