Laser Operator II- Night Shift

Job Summary

Operates computer-controlled laser machine to produce blanks for additional manufacturing operations or sold as is, as finished parts.

Position is Monday-Thursday night; 6am-6:30pm.

Pay $21-$24hour DOE

Shift premium for night shift of $3.00 hour.

Essential Duties

• Is able to determine if material supplied meets production requirements.
• Removes cut pieces from sheet and examines for defects associated with laser cutting including edge quality and surface nonconformities including scratches.
• Fills out production paperwork and timekeeping records.
• Maintains a safe, clean and orderly work area in compliance with facility housekeeping policies.
• Wears required safety equipment and follows the equipment safe operation procedures.
• Is able to correctly fill out tags associated with production to identify parts produced.
• Is required to read blueprints to review characteristics that need to be monitored. If assistance is required, then the operator is to get help from QA or Laser Operations Manager
• Monitors the calibration of the equipment they use within their department.
• Has the ability to check parts utilizing calipers, micrometers and height gages.
• Is able to measure parts effectively to guarantee conformity to print specifications.
• Is able to perform basic maintenance on the laser including nozzle changes and the nozzle centering operation.
• Know what the Company ‘Quality Policy’ and ‘Quality Objectives’ mean to them and their role associated with the achievement of these objectives.
• Assist the Cell Leader with the introduction of ‘Continuous Improvement’ ideas.
• Able to properly start up and shut down laser machine.
• Competent at basic programming/editing and control.
• Variable programs (circle, square, rectangle etc.).
• Able to fix head crash.
• Can effectively perform window changing and cleaning.
• Can effectively perform a nozzle change alignment.
• Is able to load correct program into control to run correct parts and quantities.
• Is able to measure parts utilizing calipers, micrometers and height gages.
• Is able to read blueprints to determine characteristics required to monitor.
• Performs the maintenance activities described in the PM log.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 2-3 years prior experience
• Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Has valid crane certification/Sheet lifter training. – Tow motor certification

• Special Requirements:
• Able to communicate well in English
• Work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work overtime, when required
• Reliable Team Player with some leadership skills
  

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand bend or twist; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment/Safety

• Steel toed shoes are required in all manufacturing cells.
• Safety glasses must be worn in all manufacturing areas. Hearing protection must be worn in all areas posted and is optional in unmarked areas.
  
  
  

While performing the duty of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 48 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) / Matching
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• PTO
  
  
  

Alacriant is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Alacriant does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.