Laser Operator- 3rd Shift
GRT Rubber - Falkville · Falkville, AL · 2 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
At GRT, grit isn't a buzzword—it's the standard. We're looking for people who aren't afraid of hard work, long days, dirty hands, and earned sweat. The kind of people who show up ready to grind, push through, and take pride in doing the job right. Every day here means building something real, carrying your weight, and going home knowing your work mattered.
Responsibilities
- Complete production records using a computer format to maintain cost, efficiencies, inventory and integrity.
- Establish proper stop location, adjust laser beam focal point.
- Load sheet/plate raw material onto table by lifting stock into position via jib crane and sheet lifter.
- Make proper set-ups for cutting operations.
- Remove cut parts from skeleton.
- Deburr and remove sharp edges as necessary.
- Perform prescribed maintenance as required.
- Perform all dimensional inspections.
- Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
- Ensure proper cleanliness by following good housekeeping practices.
Requirements
- 1+ years of experience on Trumpf, Amada or similar CNC laser cutting machines.
- Select and set up lenses based on material type and thickness, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal performance of the equipment.
- Knowledge about shield gases used during laser cutting operation.
- Proven measurement and mathematical fraction/decimal conversion skills.
- Ability to distinguish material types including Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel, Copper and Brass.
- Ability to follow directions and get along well with others.
- Outstanding punctuality and attendance required.
- Ability to read and understand a tape measure, standard and metric required.
Working Conditions
- Hard work every single day in a production environment that can be hot.
- Regular heavy lifting required.
- Culture that promotes serving others, anticipating needs, ensuring excellence, and investing in relationships.
- Very active position requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.
- Must frequently lift or move items over 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.
- Occasional exposure to extreme conditions at construction job sites.
- Loud noise levels in the work environment and job sites.
Schedule
This is a full-time position. Must be available for overtime and work weekends when necessary.