2nd Shift - Sr. Laser Operator

Reporting: Sr. Team Lead
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary:
A Sr. Laser Operator is an experience professional responsible for setting up, operating, and maintain CNC laser machines.

Responsibilities:

Use of proper personal protective equipment.
Complex set-up and operation of CNC Laser machine.
Material selection based on paperwork requirements; material type, size, thickness, and grade.
Program and edit machine code to optimize production
Loads material into the machine manually and/or an electric hoist.
Sets up machine for optimal cut and efficiency with respect to material type, thickness, and grade.
Ensure parts are cut according to production order or other type of documentation.
Transfers material to and from raw material inventory in a regular basis.
Marks all parts and/or material drop offs with heat numbers for traceability purposes.
Operates machine with caution to prevent damages.
Perform diagnostic tests and resolve complex machine issues, coordinating with maintenance personnel or escalating to supervisor as needed
Perform maintenance routines.
Inspects or measures work, using rule, gauges, and templates.
Troubleshoot and diagnose cut quality issues, adjusting laser settings, and parameters to maintain quality standards.
Keeps workplace safe and free of dangerous obstacles.
Maintains daily time records
Reads and interprets blueprints, engineering specifications, and shop orders to determine machine setup, production methods, and sequence of operation
Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements:

High School or GED Diploma.
5+ years of experience in CNC laser machine operation preferred
Ability to read, write, and general comprehension
Ability to use measuring equipment, read blueprints and schematics.
Previous laser operation experience preferred.
Vocational training in lieu of experience would be considered.
Basic computer knowledge.
Experience with CNC Programming and/or Sheet metal operations is a plus.
Mechanical or manufacturing process general knowledge is preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
This position will work in a manufacturing setting with exposure to heavy equipment, machinery, and related noise levels. Position will be primarily working in a standing position for up to (6) plus hours per day. Some duties will require sitting for short periods of time. Must be capable of lifting 0-50lbs. in the proper ergonomic position.

Additional Benefit:
This position will receive a 5% shift differential on top of the offered base rate for working on 2nd Shift.