Laser Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Title:

Laser Machine Operator (TL4)

Reports To:

Shop Foreman

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

1st & 2nd shift positions available

Pay: $17/hr - $20/hr - Direct Hire

Job Overview

Set-up, operate and observe Lasers or plasma cutting machine.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Setup, operate and perform typical laser cutting and welding operations on laser-beam machine.
• Make proper set-ups for cutting and welding operations.
• Establish proper stop location, adjust laser beam focal point.
• Select proper cutting and welding programs, and proper fixtures.
• Inspect work pieces for defects per ISO quality standards, and measure work pieces to determine accuracy of machine operation, using rules, templates, or other measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoot for cut quality and make adjustments.
• Be able to install, adjust, run open profiles, angles, and channels.
• All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Equipment Selection - Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Language - Must be proficient in English. Reading, comprehending and understand the English language.

Computer Skills

Basic knowledge of computers

Education and or/experience

High School Diploma (GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) required.

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements:

• Safety Glasses - ANSI Z87 - with side shields everywhere in the plant
• Sturdy Work Shoes - hard sole / leather uppers (no tennis shoes unless designed to meet OSHA safety standards)
• Hearing Protection
• Gloves as needed

Physical Demands

See corresponding Job Analysis

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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