Burn Table Operator / Layout Specialist

Job Brief

Hands-on entry level position in the areas of metal forming (cutting, bending, and rolling metal); (primarily but not exclusively) specialty truck bodies and process plant equipment used in the commercial explosives industry world-wide.

Who We Are

When you have a serious project that needs to be done, look no further than Tradestar. A leader in industrial craftsmanship. We innovate. We deliver.

Tradestar was started in the birthplace of modern water gel explosives. The company was the truck shop where IRECO Chemicals built the first bulk delivery systems for emulsion type commercial explosives. Over the last 50 years a lot has changed – technology, governments, world economies, the materials we use in our daily lives. But, one thing remains unchanged – our dedication to doing the best work in the world. We keep an old-fashioned attitude about work, and that is doing what needs to be done to deliver on our promise. More and more, that means relying on brilliant engineers and hardworking craftsmen working in tandem.

What You’ll Do

The Burn Table Operator / Layout Specialist is a hands-on entry level position to develop in the areas of metal forming (plasma cutting, burn table operation, bending, and rolling metal) specialty truck bodies and process plant equipment used in the commercial explosives industry world-wide. Other duties include:

- Apprentice with experienced team members for 2 - 3 years

- Learn and adhere to applicable safety practices, rules, regulations, etc.

- Balance work pace, quality, and efficiency

- Work in teams and accomplish goals together

- Use workplace efficiency concepts (i.e., visual management, 5S, standard work, etc)

- Monitor daily/weekly/monthly work performance through Key Process Indicator graphs

- Read and understand drawings, schematics, designs, and blueprints of tanks and other steel assemblies for truck bodies and process plant equipment.

- Operate metal forming equipment to produce layout pieces for fabrication (i.e., plasma table, shear, press brake, roll bender, band saw, drill press, stationary grinder, hand grinder/buffer, etc.)

- Willingness to cross train into non-layout areas as the needs arise (i.e., welding, assembly, paint prep, etc.)

- Operate various shop equipment including forklift, overhead crane, jib crane, grinder, sander, drill, and other related fabrication equipment.

- Accurately account for components used for specific jobs/work orders

- Search for, identify, and implement improvement ideas continually

- Shift to non-core jobs if required by supervisor

What We’re Looking For

- High School Diploma, Trade and/or Technical School Training preferred

- Some High School or Technical School experience in metal forming

- Use of “Burn Table” technology not mandatory, but highly preferred

- Good mechanical aptitude

- Requires intermediate math skills (proficient in fractions, decimals, conversions, and basic geometry)

- Desire to learn and ability to learn quickly, teachableValid driver license required

- Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer

- Vacation time + 12 paid holidays + PTO days - Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available

- 401K with match

- Generous tuition reimbursement program

- Friendly and supportive coworkers

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Tradestar Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.