Plasma & Saw Machine Operator

Plasma And Band Saw Operator

Newton Crouch Company is seeking a skilled Plasma and Band Saw Operator to join our production team in Griffin, GA. In this role, you'll be responsible for reading and interpreting cut lists, prints, and technical drawings to accurately program, set up, and operate plasma table and band saw used in the fabrication of our agricultural application equipment.

This position requires close attention to detail, a strong safety mindset, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you take pride in precision work and want to be part of a team building equipment that farmers across the United States and beyond depend on, we'd like to hear from you.

• Read and interpret specifications from cut lists, prints, sketches, planning sheets and/or technical drawings to determine materials, setup procedures.
• Plasma
  • Load and unload the Plasma burning table using the overhead crane with chains or other lifting devices
  • Remove cut product from the Plasma table, stack on pallets or place in other holding areas, and ensure timely delivery to the next department as required
  • Program and operate plasma cutter; troubleshoot, and program, as needed
  • Program and set up Plasma using proper gases and cutting tips
  • Generate multiple part nests
  • Perform routine preventive machinery maintenance
• Band Saw
  • Set up the saw, making adjustments for each job
  • Set stops or guides to specified lengths
  • Operate the saw, keeping an eye out for any defects or issues
  • Use measurement tools to ensure accuracy
  • Pack and transport finished pieces
• Work on additional tasks outside the job description as directed by the Production Team
• Perform all necessary quality checks during production and follow procedures when defective parts are discovered
• Help unload and process raw material trucks as needed
• Accurately complete paperwork, as required
• Follow all company safety procedures and policies
• Keep work area clean, organized, and free of any hazards

Background and Experience

• Machine operating experience preferred,
• Experience with plasma or laser table, preferred
• Knowledge of basic hand tools i.e.: handheld plasma, grinder, cutting torch, etc.
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read and understand CAD drawings
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to safely operate a forklift is required

Interpersonal Skills

• Seek, accept, and utilize feedback on own performance (i.e., coachable)
• Build and maintain relationships within team
• Exhibit a high level of personal integrity
• Display sound judgement and common sense
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward self and others (high standards, team player)

Personal Management and Communication Skills

• Listen effectively
• Make and deliver on commitments
• Take personal responsibility for achieving quality control
• Uphold and exemplify Newton Crouch's Mission, Vision, Values, Strategies, and Code of Conduct.
• Establish, maintain, and model high standards of personal accountability

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Newton Crouch Co., LLC (NCC) has served the agricultural industry since 1940 as a spreading and spraying equipment innovator. Our equipment is used throughout the United States and the world. Service, dependability, and quality construction are our priority.

• 6:00am – 4:30pm, Monday – Thursday; overtime potential as production demands
• Insurance: health, dental, vision, short term disability, life, and accident insurance
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 401K with match
• Paid Holidays and time off