Laser Operator - Swing Shift

Position Summary

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

Uses established processes to set up, program, and operate various types of industrial grade machines to form, cut, bend, size, and/or machine aerospace quality components from Nickel, Stainless, and Titanium alloys.

• Perform setups and operations using Fiber and/or YAG CNC lasers on production hardware.
• May train others on part set-up and run.
• May repair, rework, or recut parts with guidance and oversight.
• Identify and solve, with direct oversight, machine alignment problems.
• Troubleshoot minor program errors independently.
• Provide some input on tool design.
• Able to set up and run parts with limited resource support, within established time frames on a minimum of two machine types.
• Applies basic understanding of G and M code.
• Work under limited oversight.
• May perform shop support responsibilities, including but not limited to deburring, manual pressure cleaning, part prep and any other duties assigned to help drive our vision, fulfill our commitments, and carry out our organization’s virtues.

• Must be able to use mathematics relevant to laser operator functions.
• Requires familiarity with machine tools, precision instruments and good manual dexterity.
• Able to do some job development with guidance and oversight.
• Reads and understands manufacturing planning, sketches, blueprints, and specifications as necessary to perform the job function.
• Basic knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Knows where to find this information at Exotic and asks for help when necessary.
• High School Diploma or equivalent GED required.

• Use of protective clothing, laser safety glasses, and other equipment to prevent burns and eye injuries.
• Frequent use of hand tools and pressure washer.
• Frequent crane use and overhead work.

The laser operator performs physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, repetitive lifting up to 40 pounds, balancing, and handling of material. Attention to details and accuracy are position critical.

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

• Pay Range: $20.2/hr to $25.3/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a  membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­c­ative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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