Flat Laser Operator

Purpose and Description:

This position is responsible for the daily setup and operation of a CNC laser cutting machine. This position is also responsible for maintenance, housekeeping, and material staging related to laser operation.

Major Responsibilities:

• Experience running Mazak or similar CNC lasers required.

• Follow quality procedures document as necessary
• Inspection of parts using a variety of measuring tools
• Reads job order to determine machine programming requirements.
• Sets up machine parameters and power settings.

Other Responsibilities:

• Ability to perform machine setup, including start up and shut down procedures, changing parts and fixtures, adjusting focus and beam alignment, and adjusting cutting parameters as needed

• Inspection documentation
• Process job packets accurately using a computer
• Maintain confidentiality of customer information in blue prints used or designed by Bauer
• Adhere to all safety policies
• Maintain commitment to safety, ethics and professionalism
• Demonstrate the company core values of Taking Ownership, Striving for Greatness and Showing Our Customers We Care

Desired Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills /Abilities:

• Vocational training in metal fabrication or machining
• Blueprint reading and understanding
• Basic math skills including fractions and decimals
• Ability to work within tight tolerances
• Accurate use of measuring equipment such as tapes and calipers
• Accurate documentation
• Versatility
• Ability to work under pressure against tight deadlines
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical ability
• Attention to detail
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Dexterity
• Ability to set up, program and operate CNC equipment efficiently is a plus

Physical Requirements and Environment:

• May require frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Some time working near moving mechanical parts
• Majority of time standing, walking, reaching, stooping, bending, carrying, pushing, pulling
• Handling, speaking, hearing, seeing, color vision, depth perception
• Rotation of more physically demanding regular parts, which may include long term runs
• Indoor, seasonally air-conditioned and heated, machine shop environment
• Frequent noise
• Frequent exposure to chemicals, dirt, oils, solvents, paints, dust
• Eye, hand and hearing protection are required in the production area (employer provided)
• Must pass pre-placement background check and drug screen before starting employment

Tools and Equipment:

• Various fabrication machines
• Measuring equipment
• Parts washing equipment
• Hand tools including, but not limited to, measuring tools, pliers, hammers, wrenches, punches, calipers, and screwdrivers

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saint Paul, MN 55112: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location