Laser Operator

Job Description

Job Description

The Laser Operator will be responsible for loading sheets/plates of raw material, setting up programs as per schedule, conducting quality inspections of the parts and off-loading finished parts using an overhead crane, sheet loader and laser conveyors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Understands the use of equipment, sheet loader, and laser conveyor.
• Determines parts to be cut and selects desired cutting program.
• Ensures sheet metal is properly positioned on cutting surface.
• Completion of work orders required for that shift in a timely fashion following the correct order schedule.
• Monitors laser machine during cutting process.
• Conducts ongoing visual inspection of parts, ensuring correct sizes and tolerances, before forwarding to next procedure
• Count all pieces to ensure correct quantities, and complete necessary paperwork, tags, and quality enhancement sheets.
• Performs preventative and daily maintenance on laser machine as required.
• Identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain and practice good housekeeping.
• Follows and comply with all Operational Procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs (ISO)
• Any other duties as may be assigned.

Characteristics

• Capable of working collaboratively and effectively with others.
• Personal commitment to high quality standards.
• Strong communication skills and an ability to formulate positive interpersonal relationships.
• Perceptive, responsible and accountable.
• Team player.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Metal Fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to interpret blueprints / shop fabrication drawings.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Mathematically inclined
• Comfortable to work with large size components.
• Experience operating overhead crane equipment.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Safety focused.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay will be based on experience.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 2nd shift
• 4 x 10-hour days Monday to Thursday.
• Weekends and Overtime as needed.

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 3 years plus (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Company Description WE HIRE VETERANS AND CROSS-TRAIN
DSM Metal Fabrication is a small metal fabrication company located in Biddeford, Maine. We are known for their ability to handle complex jobs and have resources comparable to those of much larger companies. The company offers custom metal fabrication services and serves customers throughout New England and beyond. Company Description WE HIRE VETERANS AND CROSS-TRAIN DSM Metal Fabrication is a small metal fabrication company located in Biddeford, Maine. We are known for their ability to handle complex jobs and have resources comparable to those of much larger companies. The company offers custom metal fabrication services and serves customers throughout New England and beyond.