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USEMCO

CNC Plasma Table Operator

Tomah, WI · On-site

$22/hr

Under the direction of and reporting to the Welding Department Supervisor, the Burn Table Operator ... plasma. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must ...

LaborMax Staffing

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Flame Table Operator

Falls City, NE · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

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Aerotek

CNC Machine Operator

Cocoa, FL · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

CNC Machine Operator Saw & Drill Line Operator | Angle Line Operator | Plasma Table Operator For a quicker response text Jose at 712 204 0615 About the Company We are a structural steel fabrication ...

Aerotek

Cnc Machine Operator

Cocoa, FL

$20 - $30/hr

CNC Machine Operator Cocoa, FL Saw & Drill Line Operator | Angle Line Operator | Plasma Table Operator For a quicker response txt Nick @ 407-754- 2326 About the Company We are a structural steel ...

KC Fab LLC

CNC Plasma & Dragon Operator

Grandview, MO · On-site

$20.25 - $27.50/hr

The CNC Plasma Table & Dragon Operator will play a critical role in ensuring efficient production workflows and maintaining safety standards within the facility. Responsibilities * Set up and operate ...

East End Welding LP

Plasma Operator

Kent, OH · On-site

$16.50 - $18.50/hr

1st Shift Plasma Operator Position Summary ... Cut various metals to appropriate length/size safely using a plasma table. Essential Functions

Mancan

Burn Table Operator

Galion, OH

$19 - $24/hr

Mancan is looking for an Experienced CNC Plasma Burn Table Operator for a Metal Products Company in Mansfield. Key Responsibilites: Prepares work to be accomplished by studying materail pick lists ...

Mancan

Burn Table Operator

Shelby, OH

$19 - $24/hr

Mancan is looking for an Experienced CNC Plasma Burn Table Operator for a Metal Products Company in Mansfield. Key Responsibilites: Prepares work to be accomplished by studying materail pick lists ...

Mancan

Burn Table Operator

Norwalk, OH · On-site

$19 - $24/hr

Mancan is looking for an Experienced CNC Plasma Burn Table Operator for a Metal Products Company in Mansfield. Key Responsibilites: Prepares work to be accomplished by studying materail pick lists ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level plasma table operator in the United States is $73,995.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $86,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Plasma Table Operator vs Entry Level CNC Machine Operator?

AspectEntry Level Plasma Table OperatorEntry Level CNC Machine Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, basic technical trainingHigh school diploma, technical or vocational training
Work EnvironmentManufacturing shops, metal fabrication facilitiesManufacturing plants, metal or plastic parts production
Industry UsageCommon in metal fabrication and welding industriesUsed across various manufacturing sectors including automotive and aerospace
Job FocusCutting metal sheets with plasma torch, setting up machinesOperating CNC machines to produce precise parts

Both roles involve operating specialized machinery in manufacturing environments, requiring technical skills and safety awareness. The main difference lies in the equipment used: plasma table operators focus on cutting metal with plasma torches, while CNC machine operators work with computer-controlled machines for detailed part production.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Plasma Table Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 43% Full Time, 55% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,995 per year, or $35.6 per hour.

CNC Plasma Table Operator

USEMCO

Tomah, WI • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
JOB PURPOSE AND REPORTING STRUCTURE:
Under the direction of and reporting to the Welding Department Supervisor, the Burn Table Operator sets up and operates the burn table in order to produce a variety of company products in accordance with customer specifications.
PRIMARY JOB TASKS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Computer literate with general knowledge of CNC machine operations.
  • Load programs into machine controller.
  • Monitor consumables and meet cutting schedule.
  • Organize job travelers based on material types and thickness.
  • Build and remove cutting beds.
  • Bi-annual draining and replacing cutting table water.
  • Load and unload cutting table.
  • Compare cut part dimensions to drawing dimensions and organize scrap materials.
  • Clean and de-burr parts. Repair minor defects in material with welding and grinding.
  • Blast Parts.
  • Work from assembly drawings, specifications, bills of material, and material specifications.
  • Select proper material consistent with size and quality demands. Perform operations in such a manner to minimize material waste and maximize component quality.
  • Use tape measure, rules, square, levels, templates, and gauges to set up, fit and check work, and lay out jigs and fixtures.
  • Perform general maintenance of burn table equipment. Notify the Maintenance Department of more complicated maintenance problems.
  • Scan in and out of labor collection software, as required, to track work hours.
  • Follow all clean-up and housekeeping procedures. Comply with all quality, safety, and work rules and regulations.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING REQUIRED
The employee must wear safety glasses, safety shoes, ear protection, leather gloves, hard hat, and protective clothing as required.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Requires education generally equivalent to 4 years of high school and one year related experience in steel fab.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and written materials relating to press set up and operation and safety procedures.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and use area calculations to set up cutting operations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with simple problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Employee must possess mechanical aptitude. The employee must possess the ability to operate a variety of equipment such as overhead cranes, forklifts, grinders, cutting torch and plasma.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 stand, sit, walk, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Walk: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Sit: Frequently (34-66% up to 2-1/2 hrs - 5-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Stand: Frequently (34-66% up to 2-1/2 hrs - 5-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Crawl: Rarely (1 - 5% up to 24 min/day)
  • Twist: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Forward Bend: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Reach forward: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Reach above shoulders: Rarely (1 - 5% up to 24 min/day)
  • Reach to side: Rarely (1 - 5% up to 24 min/day)
  • Reach Squat/Crouch: Rarely (1 - 5% up to 24 min/day)
  • Reach Kneel: Rarely (1 - 5% up to 24 min/day)
  • Reach Climb Stairs: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Reach Climb Ladder: Never (0 min.)
  • Reach Drive: Rarely (1 - 5% up to 24 min/day)
  • Head/Neck Static: Frequently (34-66% up to 2-1/2 hrs - 5-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Head/Neck Rotate: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Head/Neck Flex/Ext/Bending: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Hand/Wrist/Forearm Fine Manipulation/Left: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Hand/Wrist/Forearm Fine Manipulation/Right: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Hand/Wrist/Forearm Twisting Forearm: Rarely (1 - 5% up to 24 min/day)
  • Hand/Wrist/Forearm High Repetition: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Grip Force Light: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Grip Force Medium: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)
  • Grip Force Firm: Occasionally (6-33% up to 24 min-2-1/2 hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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 frequently works in proximity to airborne fumes or particle near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions, near sources of electric shock, and near sources of vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Our benefits package makes a career with USEMCO an appealing opportunity. We are proud to offer our employees:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employer Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Employer Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) w/Employer Match
  • Profit Sharing

Salary Description
$22.00/hr.

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