J-642 Laser Operator

Job Title:    Laser Operator
Reports to:    Laser Supervisor
Job Type:    Hourly, Non-Exempt

SUMMARY: Perform setups and operates laser cutting machine equipment for cutting plate and sheet metals.

REQUIRED COMPENTENCIES
•    Checks lens in laser head; cleans if necessary.
•    Checks light barriers and clears when broken.
•    Checks loading tables and pallet changer for debris.
•    Downloads programs from server.
•    Aligns cutting head, loads new sheets and initiates cutting of plate / job.
•    Checks parts for correct dimensions and cut quality.
•    Clocks in on all work order sequences that are applicable to laser cutting machines.
•    Closes out work orders.
•    Execute production schedule as directed.
•    Upkeep and cleanliness of work areas.
•    Follow company safety & security guidelines
•    Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.
•    Other duties as needed.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES
•    Reads and interprets shop prints.
•    Empties slag containers and dust collectors.
•    Wipes down rails and cleans machine exterior.
•    Cleans work area.
•    Unloads finished parts from machine and moves them to next work center, per work order.
•    Loads new material into Stopa Tower.
•    Empties hopper container when needed.
•    Takes parts to next location.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
•    Minimum 2 years previous Laser experience required 

DESIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
•    On the job training to be provided, as needed
•    preferred Trumpf Equipment
•    Use of inspection tools,
•    Forklift operation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employee may be required to do the following: climbing into and out of equipment; reaching in all directions, handling and manipulating objects and materials; coordinating the movements of eyes, hands, fingers and feet to operate tools and equipment; lifting up to 30 pounds from ground level, waist level, and/or overhead; carrying objects, tools, equipment, etc.; standing; sitting; walking; pushing; pulling; bending; kneeling; crouching/squatting; crawling; seeing with or without correction; hearing with or without correction.  The employee is frequently required to sit while performing the duties of this job (approx. 70%) walk (30%) stand (0%).  The employee is expected to lift or move materials (5% of workday) 

MENTAL DEMANDS
Employee may be required to do the following: following set procedures and standards; applying basic mathematical skills; planning work and selecting proper tools; reading and interpreting information; judging distances and accurately; following oral and/or written directions; reading; writing; ability to recognize and report safety hazards

WORK ENVIROMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.

The individual who occupies this position must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of such individual or others in the workplace. This means the individual must not pose a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of the individual or others that cannot be eliminated or reduced by reasonable accommodation. 

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties may be assigned and/or reassigned as needed and/or instructed by department manager, general manager or other supervisor.

Disability /Veteran / EOE

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FabCorp/Hammonds is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or disability.