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Burn Table Operator - Night Shift

Houston, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Burn Table Operator Kinetic (K2500 Plasma Cutting System) Night Shift: 6:00 pm - 2:30 am (Monday - Saturday as required) Position Summary At North Shore Steel, precision begins long before ...

Great Basin Industrial

Burn Table Operator

Plymouth, UT · On-site

$18 - $28/hr

Plymouth, UT GBI in Plymouth, UT is seeking a detail-oriented and responsible Burn Table Operator to join our fabrication team. If you have a strong background in machine operation, overhead crane ...

Great Basin Industrial

Burn Table Operator

Plymouth, UT

$18 - $28/hr

Plymouth, UT GBI in Plymouth, UT is seeking a detail-oriented and responsible Burn Table Operator to join our fabrication team. If you have a strong background in machine operation, overhead crane ...

Great Basin Industrial

Burn Table Operator

Plymouth, UT · On-site

$18 - $28/hr

Plymouth, UT GBI in Plymouth, UT is seeking a detail-oriented and responsible Burn Table Operator to join our fabrication team. If you have a strong background in machine operation, overhead crane ...

Keel

Burn Table Operator

Goose Creek, SC · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Skilled structural steel fabricator with experience operating burn tables, processing and cutting plate steel, moving materials with hoists and overhead cranes, and verifying finished products meet ...

Keel

Burn Table Operator

Goose Creek, SC · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Skilled structural steel fabricator with experience operating burn tables, processing and cutting plate steel, moving materials with hoists and overhead cranes, and verifying finished products meet ...

Keel

Burn Table Operator

Goose Creek, SC · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Skilled structural steel fabricator with experience operating burn tables, processing and cutting plate steel, moving materials with hoists and overhead cranes, and verifying finished products meet ...

Keel

Burn Table Operator

Goose Creek, SC

$16 - $19.25/hr

Skilled structural steel fabricator with experience operating burn tables, processing and cutting plate steel, moving materials with hoists and overhead cranes, and verifying finished products meet ...

Keel

Burn Table Operator

Goose Creek, SC

$16 - $19.25/hr

Skilled structural steel fabricator with experience operating burn tables, processing and cutting plate steel, moving materials with hoists and overhead cranes, and verifying finished products meet ...

Arbor/metals, Inc.

Burn Table Operator

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$16 - $19.50/hr

We are seeking a motivated Shear Operator to assist with managing and processing orders. WHAT WE ... table, band saw, iron worker, track burner, haven tube cutter, forklift, overhead crane and ...

International Steel and Counterweights

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Oxy Fuel/Plasma Burn Table Operator

Youngstown, OH · On-site

$17 - $21/hr

This position will be setting up, adjusting and operating the burn table to cut raw materials such as steel plates, structural, extrusions, etc. as assigned. Specific Duties: * Work from verbal ...

Arbor/metals, Inc.

Burn Table Operator

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

We are seeking a motivated Shear Operator to assist with managing and processing orders. WHAT WE ... table, band saw, iron worker, track burner, haven tube cutter, forklift, overhead crane and ...

Triple-s Steel

Burn Table Operator

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

We are seeking a motivated Shear Operator to assist with managing and processing orders. WHAT WE ... table, band saw, iron worker, track burner, haven tube cutter, forklift, overhead crane and ...

Triple-S Steel

Burn Table Operator

Tulsa, OK

$15.75 - $19/hr

We are seeking a motivated Shear Operator to assist with managing and processing orders. WHAT WE ... table, band saw, iron worker, track burner, haven tube cutter, forklift, overhead crane and ...

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How much do burn table operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for burn table operator in the United States is $18.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Burn Table Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Burn Table Operator, you need solid skills in blueprint reading, metal cutting, and basic mathematics, usually backed by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with CNC plasma or oxy-fuel cutting machines, as well as safety certifications such as OSHA training, are typically required. Attention to detail, effective teamwork, and strong problem-solving abilities are valuable soft skills for this role. These skills ensure precise component fabrication, maintain workplace safety, and contribute to efficient production workflows.

What are some common challenges a Burn Table Operator may face on the job?

Burn Table Operators often encounter challenges such as interpreting complex blueprints, troubleshooting machine malfunctions, and ensuring the correct setup for custom or intricate cuts. The job can also involve working in noisy, industrial environments and requires consistent attention to safety protocols to prevent accidents. Collaborating closely with welders, fabricators, and supervisors is a key part of daily operations, so strong communication and teamwork skills are important. Developing proficiency in these areas not only helps overcome challenges but can also lead to greater responsibility and advancement opportunities within the manufacturing or metal fabrication industry.

What is a Burn Table Operator job?

A Burn Table Operator is responsible for setting up and operating a burn table, which uses cutting torches, lasers, or plasma to cut metal components according to specifications. They read blueprints, adjust machine settings, and ensure precise cuts. Operators also inspect finished parts for accuracy and quality while maintaining equipment to keep production running smoothly. This role requires knowledge of metal materials, cutting techniques, and safety procedures in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.

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Infographic showing various Burn Table Operator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 18% Full Time, 70% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 7% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,187 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

CNC Burn Table Operator

Precision Build Solutions LLC

Tampa, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:

This job description includes the safe operations of the Kinetics, MG, Peddinghaus, FICEP, and other automatic and semi-automatic burn table equipment.

Essential Functions:

  • Support all TTI/FSS Company and OSHA Safety Policies to ensure they are followed.
  • Required to assist in locating correct job material and make sure it is brought into the facility or operate a forklift
     
  • Operate overhead crane or forklifts to offload from the machine the cut to specification materials and drop materials
     
  • Make sure all torches are in place on the burning machine and at times walk beside the moving machine to ensure quality and safe operations.
  • Align the material with laser and CNC equipment. Occasionally must get up on the table to ensure the alignment is in place.
  • Operator is then ready to start the burning process which could take up to 2-1/2 hours; during this entire process, the operator must walk beside the moving machine to ensure quality/safe operations
     
  • Must be able to read and follow all cut/nest sheets correctly and ensure that they are working with the correct grades, alloys, and sizes before making any cuts on the material
     
  • Mark all cut parts with correct job numbers, heat numbers, and/or part numbers to ensure correct traceability
     
  • Operators are tasked to palletize materials as required
     

Additional Duties:

  • Must be able to read and follow all cut/nest sheets correctly and ensure that they are working with the correct grades, alloys, and sizes before making any cuts on the material.

Quality Standards

  • Report all maintenance issues to proper management.
  • Maintain cleanliness and effective/safe operation of their assigned equipment.

Teamwork

Teamwork is essential in this position and the CNC Burn Table Operator must have a positive attitude and be able to work effectively with all departments, managers, and staff.

Actively participate in Safety meetings and promote company safety culture while working closely with the safety department.

Qualifications

  • No additional qualifications

Education and/or Experience

  • High School Diploma
  • 2 years’ experience required in CNC operation and or large/heavy steel fabrication table operation. (Both Preferred)

Language Skills

Must be able to communicate in a professional manner with co-workers, other departments, and managers.

Reporting

This position reports directly to the facility’s automated equipment supervisor and associated shop superintendent.

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