Turret Laser Combo Operator- 1st

About the role

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing contract manufacturer serving medical, aerospace & defense, industrial markets and more. We are committed to quality, performance, and building strong teams while proudly living by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People – Best Teams.

Responsibilities

• Verify that parts are properly loaded and that surfaces are properly prepared for fabricating.
• Confirm machine settings, tooling, and/or fixtures are appropriate to the part being run.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Performs routine machine maintenance.
• Punches over a wide range of materials, diameters, and shapes.
• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Ability to use applied knowledge, determine tool position and order to maximize machine efficiency, adjust ram strokes and material stop gauges, etc.
• Demonstrated established knowledge and skill in performing set-ups and operating machines.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience operating/setting up turret punch press machines (LVD Strippit)) in a metal fabrication environment (Preferred).

Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team. Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission. Flexible and able to multi-task; can work with an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Full Benefits
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Gym Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement