Laser Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Interested in working for an industry leader?  

Since 1970, Anchor Manufacturing Group, Inc. has been providing exceptional quality stampings and welded assemblies to diversified industries with significant expertise in the automotive industry. With 350,000 square feet of manufacturing space and a stand-alone tool and die business, Anchor supplies the highest quality products to North American, European, and Asian OEM’s as well as Tier I and Tier II manufacturers. Our core expertise includes small to large metal stampings and complex welded assemblies including Class A appearance trim, structural, exterior, interior, exhaust, N.V.H., ride control, seating, steering column, brake, chassis, and safety related components. 

• Works independently, dependable, and able to work to production rates and deadlines.
• Experience reading micrometers, calipers, and tape measures.
• Minimum of two years’ experience setting up and running laser and turret equipment (Amada preferred). Comfortable processing a variety of materials, including steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate the Amada EMLK laser turret combo; adjust machine controls as required.
• Select proper tooling and load or edit programs at the machine, then start and observe machine operation during first part production to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Gauge and inspect work to engineering specifications. Perform first piece, in-process, and last piece inspection per print and maintain quality assurance records.
• Keep the equipment in constant use and work with minimum supervision, troubleshooting set-up and run issues as they arise.
• Tear down machine or hand tool set-up upon completion of a production run, returning all tools, equipment, and accessories to their proper locations.
• Follow established safety, environmental, and quality policies, procedures, and practices. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and keep the machine and shop tools in good working order.
• Assist the maintenance department with routine upkeep according to manufacturer’s recommendations, maintaining proper alignment and condition of the machine.
• Work with the supervisor and engineering regarding discrepancies between planned target times and actual set-up and/or run times.
• Process required paperwork according to Standard Operating Procedure.
• Understand the PLEX system: control panel loading, recording production, scrap, and unloading containers.
• All positions are cross-functional; may assist in other manufacturing areas that management deems necessary.
• Additional duties as assigned.