Material Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Create and optimize nests for plasma cutting on the Messer plasma table.
• Program for running angle on the Ocean Clipper.
• File loaded for the Ficeps beam line and take offs for buying steel for all machines.
• Produce take offs for linear steel from Auto Cad and Inventor releases manually.
• Utilize efficiency management techniques to maximize material yield and reduce scrap costs.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and 3D models to determine the most efficient method to fabricate parts.
• Select appropriate machine parameters based on material specs.
• Identify opportunities to reduce cycle times, increase throughput, and improve finished part quality through program adjustments and process changes.
• Assist with machine operations as required.
• Interface effectively with the Engineering Team.
• Through nesting, produce steel requirements and send out to suppliers for quotes.
• Place POs for steel to the selected suppliers based on price and availability.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in print reading, machine operation, and basic computer skills (including email and spreadsheet functions).
• Comfortable with shop math, geometry, and trigonometry for calculating angles and tolerances.
• Solid understanding of metal properties and how they react to cutting and sawing processes.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM platforms (e.g., ProNEST, AutoCAD, Inventor, Advanced Steel, Vault Pro, Peddimatt, and ROMAC) is preferred.
• Experience with specific brands like Messer, Peddinghaus, Hyd Mech, Cincinnati, and Ficeps, along with forklift and overhead crane experience, is highly desired.
• Background in Lean Manufacturing or 5S environments is preferred.

Employee Benefits

• Weekly paycheck
• Boot reimbursements up to $125
• Leading Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• 401K retirement account with 5% company match
• On the spot bonuses up to $100