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Laser / Brake Press Operator

$25 - $30 per hour

Pathway Group

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Laser & Brake Press Programmer, Set Up, and Operator
Employer: Pathway Group
Job Type: Full-time, Temp-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $25- $30/hr.

Summary
Program, set up, and run laser cutting machine and CNC brake press.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Review, interpret, and follow blueprints and work orders to determine and create nesting programs
Review work orders to identify job specifications — including verifying required gas pressure, gas types, dies, and material
Set up, calibrate, and adjust laser machine and brake press for job specifications
Perform minor program editing and setup procedures
Operate brake press to form material and parts according to job specifications and programs
Review completed work to ensure parts meet company and customer quality requirements in accordance with ISO 9001/AS9100
Assist with maintaining laser machine and brake press; report any maintenance issues
Ensure safety standards are maintained at all times


Technical Knowledge
Ability to read blueprints
Solid background working with sheet metal
Knowledge of tooling and tool maintenance
Ability to distinguish material types including stainless steel, aluminum, steel, and Inconel
Knowledge of shield gases used during laser cutting operations


Education & Experience
High school diploma or equivalent


Computer Skills
Knowledge of Mastercam, SolidWorks, and BOOST software

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is loud. The employee may be exposed to caustic odors. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand for long periods. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must work with safe manufacturing processes and understand PPE required in the manufacturing area. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Special Requirements
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening
This position requires use of information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pathway Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability.

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