Laser Operator

About the role

The Turret / Laser combo machine operator safely performs Turret / laser process operations for a variety of organizational manufacturing needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform typical Turret / laser functions of sheet metal through automated Turret / laser Combo machine.
• Receive work orders and jobs from Dimar Planning group using production schedule software and other planning tools; process jobs efficiently and effectively to meet customer deliveries.
• Set-up machine and run job based on recommended settings from Turret / laser combo manufacturer or internal engineering specs.
• Review and maintain raw materials (sheet steel) needed to process orders; retrieve and load Turret/laser combo.
• Load proper programs into machine; verify proper rev, job numbers and quantities for every job.
• Inspect jobs against drawing ensuring part meets print; inspect parts for proper cuts and cut quality of both laser and turret.
• Unload, sort and palletize jobs as needed to ensure quantities and job folders are correct and with every job.
• Perform hour-based maintenance specific to Turret / laser combo functions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of fabricated sheet metal manufacturing
• Knowledge of different types of metals (Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, etc.)
• Expert ability to read engineering blueprints
• Knowledge of assist gasses used in laser processing (oxygen, N2, etc.)
• Knowledge of CAD—SolidWorks and strong computer skills
• Excellent organizational skills

Qualifications

• 3–5 years previous leadership experience in a “Job Shop”
• 3–5 years’ experience in CNC Programming, Machine operation, or turret / laser combo operation
• 2- or 4-year degree or technical schooling in manufacturing fields, or 5–10 years of proven increased responsibility in the area of CNC programming/manufacturing

Special Requirements

• Metal fabrication work environment; dust, grease and metal common
• Requires the use of the following personal protective equipment when on the shop floor: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes/boots
• Must be able to work safely in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work overtime, including weekends as requested