What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tube Laser Operator position at Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc?
Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.
As a Tuber Laser Operator at Ryerson, you will be responsible for day-to-day staging, packing, and picking material for shipments using proper equipment.
- Experience operating BLM tube laser cutting equipment (LT7, LT8 Fiber, or similar tube laser systems), preferred
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and work orders.
- Knowledge of tube and structural steel processing including round, square, rectangular and specialty profiles.
- Experience with machine setup, tooling changes, and program adjustments
- Understanding of laser cutting parameters, material types, and thickness capabilities
- Ability to perform quality inspections using measuring tools such as calipers, tape measures, micrometers, and gauges
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to minimize downtime
- Experience operating overhead cranes, forklifts, and material handling equipment
- Understanding of preventive maintenance and routine machine care
- Successfully pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspection & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
- Minimum 2 years of similar job experience preferred
- Regular attendance
- Basic math skills
- Basic computer skills and/or comfort using a computer
- Physical ability to pass physical requirements exam for vision, hearing, and mobility
- Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding and new hire training
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