Laser Operator

Cutting-Edge Precision Starts with You!

Are you skilled at turning raw metal into perfectly cut components? We're looking for a Laser Operator who brings focus, accuracy, and a steady hand to our fabrication team. In this role, you'll operate state-of-the-art flat laser cutting machines to process steel and other metals with precision and care. If you have mechanical aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and experience with laser cutting equipment, blueprint reading, and quality tools-this could be your next great opportunity.

Why Choose Steel Craft?

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Benefits:
  
  
  
  • Paid-Time Off: Vacation, PTO / Sick Leave, Shut-down Pay, Company Observed Paid Holidays, and a Paid Volunteer Day
  • Quarterly Incentive Bonus Plan
  • Over 85% employer paid medical insurance premium, plans with low deductibles, and wellness incentives
  • Health Savings Account company annual contributions
  • Company paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and more
  • Low cost Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Insurance coverage
  • A competitive 401(K) Plan with a maximum 4% employer contribution match
  • Paid Parental Leave (Maternity/Paternity)
  • Discounted Day Care Assistance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Identify Theft Insurance
  • Wellness Incentive
  • Corporate Discount Program
  • Fun and engaging employee activities, events, outings, and more
  
  
  
  

Position Details:

• Shifts:
  
  
  
  • 1stShift: Monday - Thursday; 5:00am - 3:00pm
  • 2ndShift: Monday - Thursday; 3:00pm - 1:00am
  • Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday; 5:00am - 5:00pm
  
  
  
  
• Pay Range: Up to $28.00/hour (basedupon experience, skill set, and shift)
• Shift Premium:
  
  
  
  • 2nd Shift = $2.00/hour
  • WeekendShift = 15% of Base Wage + $2.00/hour
  
  
  
  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate flat laser cutting machines to cut steel components according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings to determine cutting requirements.
• Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and report issues.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance on laser equipment.
• Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Use precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers to inspect finished parts for accuracy.
• Operates forklift to retrieve materials for laser cutting operations.
• Accurately log job information into ERP computer system.
• Accurately fill out required operations and quality paperwork.
• Work closely with co-workers to improve laser cutting processes and productivity.
• Follow company policies, safety protocols, and quality assurance guidelines to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Other Duties as Assigned: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Responsibilities and tasks may be modified, expanded, or adjusted to reflect business needs or management requests.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience and/or Training:

• 1+ year of experience and/or training in flat laser cutting operations.
• Proficiency in math (adding, subtracting, converting decimals, and fractions).
• Proficiency in measurement skills (tape measure, protractor, height gauge, and caliper).
• Must possess mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency in reading flat blueprints.
• Must be able to obtain internal forklift certification.
• Knowledge of reading, writing, and understanding work instructions, work orders, or customer specifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience and/or Training:

• Experience with Mitsubishi and/or Trumpf flat lasers.
• Lifting device experience (forklift, cranes, jibs, hoists, magnets, etc.).

Physical and Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently sit, stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls.

• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and move between work areas.
• Regularly required to talk and listen, as well as climb, balance, and reach above shoulder level.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• The employee must be able to lift and or carry up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Travel: Not Applicable
  
  

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Working Environment

Work is performed in a manufacturing environment where loud noise exposure is regular and frequent. Additionally, there is a regular exposure on the production floor to dust, metal debris, changes in ambient temperature, and requires the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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We are committed to principals of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. We do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices (hiring, training, promotion, etc.) for all qualified employees and prospective employees.