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Job title:  Burn Plasma/Laser Programmer Lead

Job family:  Manufacturing
Business area:  Environment & Energy
Contract location: 

Ruston, LA, US

Working location:  Ruston
Location type:  Office Location / Office-based
Contract type:  Permanent
Job description: 

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

Brief Description
Operates the burn table using blueprints, drawings, etc. to cut various parts. Sets up and operates flame, 
plasma, or laser burning (cutting) machine to cut metal of various sizes and thickness into required 
patterns – sometimes to very close tolerances. May use NC/CNC technology or sketches to establish 
with limited direction. Inspects parts to ensure that specified tolerances and dimensions are met. 

Key Responsibilities 
• Examine detailed drawings, blueprints, bill of materials, etc. to establish material and equipment 
requirements
• Set up burn table to cut proper part, using metalworking machines and equipment
• Program and operate burn table, reporting any variations needed to the program
• Use forklift and cranes to load and unload sheet metal and metal parts to/from the burn table
• Use hand and/or power tools to deburr parts
• Manufacture products/parts that are high quality, within tolerances, and as required
• Instruct and train all levels of operators
• Coordinate with other department leads/supervisors on the prioritization of workflow throughout the 
department
• Assist Production Manager with budget for department
• Lead by example and motivate the operator team to complete projects on-time
• Contribute feedback to and sit in on performance reviews with Production Manager
• Maintain and perform maintenance on burn table as required
• Embody, demonstrate, and reinforce the #1ANDRITZway core values and behaviors and promote a 
positive work environment
• Other duties as assigned

#1ANDRITZway Core Behaviors 
• Customer Focus
• Ownership for Performance
• Shared Commitment
• Openness

Job Specific Competencies 
• Safety
• Quality
• Overall Job Performance
• Teamwork
• Attendance/Conduct
• Leadership

Qualifications (Required)
• High school diploma/GED
• 5+ years of experience in burn plasma/laser operation and programming
• Full understanding of burn plasma & laser equipment and operational requirements
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and bill of materials to manufacture products/parts
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD 
• Prior leadership experience
• Proven ability to maintain strict tolerances of manufactured parts
• Strong mathematical ability to calculate material needs
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good communication and organizational skills with a willingness to work with others; ability to interact 
professionally and positively with all levels of personnel in the company
• Good understanding and background of production and manufacturing in a sheet metal facility
• Demonstrate qualities that support a safe working environment
• Forklift certification required
• Majority of work is performed in a warehouse and manufacturing shop environment; exposed to 
moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, forklifts, and electricity in the manufacturing 
areas, noise level is usually moderate to high
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; must have ability to use close vision, peripheral 
vision, and adjust focus; required to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, crouch, walk, use 
hands and arms to reach for objects, carry, climb, balance, speak, hear, and work at heights using 
ladders or manlifts

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID:  20236

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