Laser Operator 2nd Shift (Fort Wayne, IN)

Job Description

Assists Laser Operator in general operation and set‑up of laser cutting machines.

Essential Duties

• Assists in setting up machines by retrieving and/or loading material onto the machine worktable using a forklift and/or overhead crane.
• Unloads processed parts and part skeleton off the worktable after processing.
• Lifts finished parts and places them into baskets.
• Moves material and parts to the next operation as designated on the router.
• Monitors the machine visually and audibly to ensure equipment is operating properly.
• With assistance, activates controls to cut the workpiece.
• Assists in inspecting first‑piece and in‑process parts by checking dimensions of the part per blueprint using calipers and a tape measure.
• Inspects parts according to the C=0 chart and completes an inspection form if required.
• Assists in operating punch press machines as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Three to six months CNC machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information to other employees.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common‑sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram instructions.
• Ability to solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

This is a full‑time, non‑management position.