Laser Operator

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Laser Operator

Full Time Manual Labor Vancouver, WA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1051

Salary Range: $22.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor a fiber optic laser in accordance with approved programs, work instructions, and safety procedures.
• Review work orders, nesting information, drawings, material type, gauge, quantity, and revision before starting each job.
• Load sheet metal onto the laser and unload cut parts and skeletons using approved handling methods and equipment.
• Inspect first-piece and in-process parts for cut quality, dimensions, completeness, and damage; immediately report discrepancies.
• Identify, count, label, sort, and stage finished parts accurately for downstream departments.
• Monitor consumables and machine conditions; clean lenses/nozzles and perform operator-level preventive maintenance as trained and authorized.
• Recognize alarms, poor cut conditions, material defects, or unsafe conditions and stop/escalate work when necessary.
• Operate a forklift and other authorized material‑handling equipment to move sheets, pallets, and completed work.
• Maintain accurate production, scrap, material, and inspection records.
• Keep the machine and surrounding work area clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Communicate job status, material needs, quality concerns, and equipment issues during shift handoffs.
• Support other shop activities and duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous CNC laser, sheet‑metal fabrication, or manufacturing experience preferred; Amada experience is a plus.
• Ability to read shop drawings, work orders, part identification, and basic dimensional information.
• Working knowledge of tape measures and basic shop math, including fractions and decimals.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and the ability to follow established processes.
• Ability to obtain and maintain company forklift authorization.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as a dependable team member.
• Basic computer and data‑entry skills preferred.

Safety, Quality, and Team Expectations

• Follow all company safety rules, lockout/tagout requirements, PPE requirements, and equipment‑specific procedures applicable to assigned work.
• Stop work and promptly report injuries, hazards, near misses, defective equipment, and quality concerns.
• Produce work to current drawings, specifications, and quality standards; do not knowingly pass defects to the next operation.
• Communicate respectfully, support coworkers, accept coaching, and contribute to a team‑oriented workplace.
• Follow company policies and perform work only within assigned training and authorization.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand and walk for extended periods in a manufacturing environment.
• Frequently bend, reach, push, pull, grip, and perform repetitive motions throughout the shift.
• Lift, carry, and position materials or components weighing up to 50 pounds repetitively, with assistance or lifting equipment when appropriate.
• Work around moving equipment, sharp sheet‑metal edges, noise, dust, and varying temperatures while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain the visual acuity, manual dexterity, and coordination needed to perform accurate fabrication or assembly work.

Schedule and Attendance

• Maintain reliable, punctual attendance and report ready to work at the scheduled start time.
• Work overtime, alternate shifts, and flexible hours as production needs require.