Laser/Plasma Operator-36000/ 6:30am to 3:30pm

Job Summary:

Operates one or more Laser or Plasma cutting machine(s) to produce metal parts and their components by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Reads and interprets blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to

determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control settings, and machining

methods and sequences.

• Mounts, aligns, and secures tooling, attachments, and work piece on machine.
• Loads control media such as tape, card, or disk, in machine controller or enter commands to retrieve preprogrammed instructions from database.
• Starts machine and monitors displays and machine operation to detect malfunctions.
• Enters commands or manually adjusts machine controls to correct malfunctions or out-of –tolerance machining.
• Operates machine manually to perform non-automated functions and when automatic

programming is faulty or machine malfunctions.

• Operates a crane to load plate steel sheets onto the laser from pallets or bundles to be

processed on the lasers.

• Unloads processed parts from laser/plasma, separating the parts when necessary and then places the parts on pallets, or in tubs or racks by hand. Larger parts may require the use of a overhead crane.
• Removes scrap material from laser and places scrap material in scrap containers or neatly stacks in a holding area.
• Maintains an accurate count of parts produced on daily production sheet.
• Attaches identifying work order with each pallet, tub, or basket.
• Performs daily safety inspections and routine maintenance and cleaning as required.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Removes samples of materials, labels with identifying information, and takes samples to

     Quality Assurance for analysis as needed.

• May operate forklifts as specifically designated.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Product or Result:

• Metal cut to specification
• Production schedules met
• All material accounted for
• Work documented

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Operating procedures for Laser/Plasma and its components
• Operating procedures for bander
• Operating procedures for overhead cranes and rigging equipment
• Safety and inspection requirements for overhead cranes
• Operating procedures for forklifts
• Procedures for basic rigging equipment
• Basic four function math including fractions and decimals
• Reading of equipment instructions, work documentation
• Data entry into computer applications
• Use and calibration check of precision measurement and testing tools
• Use of basic hand tools and pneumatic tools
• Basic safety practices for industrial equipment
• Basic metal industry and company specific terminology
• Company policies and employee handbook issues
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 procedures

Required Attributes:

• Basic oral communication skill
• Ability to collect and convey moderately technical information
• Ability to direct others in work activities
• Willingness and ability to operate in a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Reasonable reasoning and problem solving capability
• Stamina for day-long standing activity
• Well-developed eye-hand coordination
• Dependability, punctuality

Tools and Equipment

• Basic hand tools
• Pneumatic tools
• General and precision measurement tools and testing equipment
• Overhead cranes and forklifts
• Computers, calculators

Qualifications, Certifications, and Experience:

• High school education or equivalent preferred – can be offset by acceptable related experience
• Experience sufficient to have demonstrated proficiency in job requirements of  Laser/Plasma Operator; prefer apprenticeship under the direction of experienced and competent CTL operating personnel
• Certified training pursuant to OSHA industrial truck (forklift) regulations

Environment, Working Conditions and Requirements:

• Inside, partially environmentally controlled
• Noisy environment
• On-machine vibration
• Hazards due to moving equipment
• Cut, bump, and abrasion hazards
• Extended standing and walking
• Occasional climbing, bending, stooping, crouching
• 50 pound lifting requirement, occasional lifting to 90 pounds with needed assistance
• Basic personal protective equipment which may include goggles, hard hat, gloves, safety shoes, ear protection
• Shift work required
• Overtime required
• Weekend, variable work days