2nd Shift Flat Laser Machine Operator - $2.50 Shift Differential

American Steel and Aluminum (ASA), a leading metals supplier and fabricator dating back to 1806, has always prided itself in delivering world class products to our extensive customer base through a focus on innovation, quality, and integrity.

Our mission has, and always will be, to ensure ASA continues to be an industry leader with unmatched quality, customer service second to none, and a workforce that is inclusive and dynamic.

With customers that span across a multitude of industries – defense, robotics, automotive, industrial, and more – our organization requires a team just as diverse to continue meeting the needs of our customer base.

For ASA, it’s not just about attracting top talent; rather our emphasis on championing continual employee development, providing challenging and rewarding assignments, and leveraging a collaborative team culture is what separates us from our competition.

While we have a rich history that is almost 220 years old, we welcome you to join our growing organization and help usher in the next generation of Team ASA.

Why Join Our Team?

• Transparent & Rewarding Culture!
• Competitive Pay!
• Advancement Opportunities!
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Personal, Sick, Maternity/Paternity/Family, Bereavement, and Holidays!
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield!
• Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care) & Health Savings Account (HSA) Plans!
• Traditional & Roth 401(k) With Company Match!
• Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance!
• Employee Assistance Program!
• Tuition & Ongoing Development Reimbursement!
• Community Outreach/Volunteer Events!
• Pet Insurance!
• Employee Perks/Discounts on Vacations, Events, & More!

Position Summary

American Steel and Aluminum, a leading metals distributor, is seeking an energetic candidate to join our team as a Flat Laser Machine Operator at our South Portland location.

If you are looking for a career, not just a job, this is the job for you. This is a full-time second shift position that pays a generous shift differential on top of your hourly rate.

The ASA Flat Laser Machine Operator's primary duties include, but are not limited to, the set up and operation of the machine and completing some secondary operations in the most productive and efficient way possible. It is the operator’s responsibility to maintain and ensure the quality of the products produced meet our customers’ requirements. The operator will also be responsible for material handling, packaging, machine maintenance, including keeping the machine and your work area clean.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Foster a culture of safety awareness and safety prioritization.
• Ensure that quality standards are met; champion quality ownership of work center.
• Follow all company rules, policies, and procedures; communicate issues or concerns with division management and/or Corporate.
• Setup and operate Flat Laser as directed by the Production Supervisor and Operations Manager.
• Inspect material prior to processing for damage and / or quality defects.
• Perform visual and measured quality inspections during production to ensure products meet the required specifications.
• Utilize and read the appropriate measuring instruments.
• Pack parts as specified on the Work Order or as communicated by the Production Supervisor or Operations Manager.
• Review paperwork for accuracy and confirm that any special requests called out on the Work Order are understood.
• Regularly clean and conduct specified routine maintenance on machines to ensure they are in optimum working condition.
• Keep your immediate work area and other areas of the shop clean and orderly.
• Perform any other tasks or duties as assigned by the division management team.

Job Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Technical/Vocational Training a Plus

Experience & Certifications

• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience operating, Laser table or other metal cutting equipment preferred.
• Forklift/Overhead Crane Certified preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling of materials.
• Close mental and visual attention required, coordinating manual dexterity with mental and visual attention for sustained periods of time.
• Pass initial drug test and physical.

EEO Statement
American Steel and Aluminum provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Steel and Aluminum complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

American Steel and Aluminum expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of American Steel and Aluminum’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Machine Operator: 1 year (Required)
• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21