CNC Laser Operator

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Produce metal parts to customer specifications using laser equipment (ByStronic).
• Set and program laser equipment for specific custom jobs.
• Set up and operate cutting machines in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Perform programming and/or editing on assigned machines.
• Perform preventative maintenance on assigned machines and corresponding equipment.
• Be familiar, comfortable, and experienced with laser cutting operations using oxygen and nitrogen.
• Familiar with CNC G-code language.
• Operate machine, load and unload parts following machine cycle, check work for required operations and specifications and place finished parts on skid.
• Inspect and measure completed production units to identify defects caused by equipment setup.
• Safely and accurately operate machine to produce finished work pieces to quality and efficiency standards, including loading materials.
• Read work orders to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, dimensions and tolerances, proper labeling of parts, etc., and accurately complete all required functions to ensure only quality product is produced and shipped to customers.
• Supports 6S initiatives by keeping the work area clean.
• Safely use assigned power equipment to move material and meet order requirements (overhead crane, forklift).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced measurement competency.
• Basic math competency.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a warehouse environment.
• Strong work ethic.
• High School diploma or associate degree in manufacturing or equivalent.
• A minimum of two years of Gerber laser cutting machine operator experience with emphasis in the textile industry.
• Experience in reading drawings and tolerances.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Regularly to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to squat, stand, stoop, bend down, for long periods of time.
• Occasionally climb or balance; stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Talk or hear.
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull according to safety standards.