Under the supervision of the Supervisor in charge, the Laser Operator operates, maintains, and provides informal OJT for all equipment that is used in conjunction with the associated laser process.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability to facilitate success as measured by the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform he essential functions.

• Run and operate the laser by loading raw materials and unloading finished parts while utilizing the appropriate personal protective equipment; monitors mechanical performance throughout
• Complete secondary operations on produced or other parts or components as directed
• Use appropriate measuring tools to verify finished parts’ conformance to company and ISO standards
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards in alignment with departmental, operational, and corporate guidelines, specifications, and regulations
• Ability and willingness to participate in training for all items listed above
• Perform PM service and minor repairs on all laser and all auxiliary equipment.
• Load material and unload finished parts utilizing appropriate equipment.
• Monitor inventory of replacement parts and consumables. Maintain and organize inventory of material used on laser.
• Navigate software to be able to convert drawings to necessary code for use in laser.
• Run laser and monitor performance.
• Edit simple Auto-CAD drawings for in-house cutting jobs.
• Other functions as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of a high school education and two or more years of manufacturing/laser experience including the completion of equivalent training and/or on-the-job experience.
• Required to read and write English, follow verbal instructions and use shop math (i.e. algebra, trig and geometry).

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read blueprints and follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to use precise measuring devices incidental to operations such as ruler, calipers, micrometers, and square and fixed gauges.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work with minimal supervision.
• Thorough understanding of machine capabilities and applications
• Knowledge to apply correct machine settings
• Ability to navigate with EPICOR scheduling system and applicable software systems associated with the laser processes
• Capable to read work instructions and operating guidelines