Job Title: Laser Machine Operator

Location: American Fabricated Products

Company Overview: American Fab is a leading manufacturing company specializing in Prime and Sub-Prime Defense Contractors, Automotive & Furniture OEMs and their sub-tiers as well as many other Industrial markets. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality precision components to our clients while maintaining efficient production processes. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a skilled Laser Operator to join our team and contribute to our success.

Position Overview: The laser machine operator safely performs laser cutting for a variety of manufacturing products.

Responsibilities:

• Performing first piece and in-process inspections.
• Setting up the alignment of machines and focusing the lasers.
• Operating the controls, program movement, and cycle speed of machines.
• Unloading processed parts.
• Performing maintenance tasks of the workstation, as needed.
• Cross training, as needed.
• Problem solving issues, as needed.
• Set up and operate 3-axis Co2 CNC, and Fiber lasers to cut parts to customer requirements to produce a finished product of the highest quality and consistency within tolerances and specifications established by the customer.
• Responsible for cutting parts, loading, unloading machine, moving material in area manually (physical movement) or using overhead crane or forklift.
• Ability to understand/apply knowledge of “G" and “M" codes and have applicable computer skills
• Measure material and stack parts on pallets
• Review routes on bill of material; check material thickness for accuracy
• Check incoming material to sketches/drawings to assure quality parts
• Select proper tooling to perform the job; responsible for storing tooling appropriately

Qualifications:

• Be able to read mechanical blueprints.
• Be available to work overtime.
• Know how to complete basic sheet metal inspections.
• Be able to lift up to 75 lbs., as needed.
• Have prior experience using calipers, tape measures, and hand tools.
• Have prior experience working with aluminum, steel, and stainless-steel metals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to Relocate:

• Spring Lake, MI 49456: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person