Laser Set Up Operator - 1st Shift

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Set up & operate Fiber optic & CO2 lasers with material towers.
• Load required material into material towers.
• Upload/Download CNC programs to the machine.
• Create single & multi part nests in PEP software for production.
• Interact with engineering team to resolve any programming issues or drop part profiles into Pep.
• Perform program edits as needed.
• Follow daily shop load & priorities given by manager.
• Make necessary adjustments to the external beam delivery system. (Beam/Tip Alignment, Focal Point Adjustment, Optics Handling and Cleaning.)
• Inspect first part & at required intervals to insure proper cutting condition.
• Properly record production into ERP system. Ensure material is backflushing properly & move & record final WIP locations.
• Perform cycle counts after jobs have been completed.
• Follow safety requirements & understand the danger zones within the environment.
• Unload, sort, and inspect cut parts as they are removed from laser.
• Clean & replace grates, along with empty slug drawers.
• Empty & change Donaldson air filter system as needed.
• Maintain proper stock levels in storage racks.
• Perform PMs on a weekly basis, or sooner if needed.
• Periodically loads & unloads trucks with raw material.
• Keep GEMBA boards updated and present during daily GEMBA walk.

The job description outlined above is not intended to be a detailed list of job functions or responsibilities . It outlines the essential functions of the job. An individual may be required to perform other duties from time to time. The company reserves the right to amend, change or delete the contents of this description.

Equipment List

Overhead Crane Caliper Micrometer Pin Gages

Go-No-Go Gages Ratchet End Wrenches Torque Wrenches

Allen Wrenches Tin Snips Air Blow Gun Pallet Jack

Forklift Vacuum Air Hammer 45 Degree Die Grinder

Belt Sander Chisel Orbital Vibrating Hand Sander

Dye Grinder Measuring Magnifier Air Hose Pneumatic Chisel

Mitsubishi ML3015NXMitsubishi CO2 Laser LVP plus 3015

Fiber AL3015SR-40 Lasers

Supervisory Responsibilities : N/A

Qualification Requirements :

Knowledge & ability to efficiently use ERP system.

Ability to use automation within the department, material towers, shuttles, over under carts.

Frequent & sustained walking.

Bending frequently.

Lift-carry up to 50 pounds occasionally .

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year running a laser or comparable machine
• Effective communication skills
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to multi-task
• Must have or be able to obtain a forklift operator’s license.

Skills :

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to perform advanced inspections.
• Working knowledge of computer systems
• Good working knowledge of various materials, carbon, stainless galvanized, copper etc.& how to differentiate.
• Ability to measure using precision measuring equipment, Mic, Caliper, Pin Gages, Depth gage.

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. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.

• Regularly walks, stoops, bends, and uses hands to handle product and reach with arms.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Warehouse setting