LASER OPERATOR 2nd Shift

WEG Transformers USA•Washington, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

WEG is seeking a dedicated Laser Equipment Operator for their 2nd shift operations. This role involves operating and programming laser cutting machinery to produce high-quality parts according to specifications. The ideal candidate will have prior experience operating machinery, the ability to work overtime, and possess strong basic math and blueprint reading skills. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Prior experience operating machinery.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Occasionally lifting objects weighing over 60 pounds, moving steel, pallets, etc.
Must be able to read, write, and comprehend common vocabulary.
Must be able to calculate basic math, including fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Must be able to read, interpret, and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts, and/or templates.
Safety Sensitive Position: drug screen includes THC.
Resides within a reasonable commuting distance of Washington MO.
Legal authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis; visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of prior manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Read, understand, and interpret BOM, drawings, and cutting schedules to complete laser operations without supervision.
Locate and set up steel in the storage tower using fork trucks and automated systems.
Inspect steel blanks for size/thickness, damage, and burrs, ensuring they meet specifications.
Operate the laser machine using automation with complex menu choices to move steel blanks into and out of the laser cutting portion.
Set up and program the laser machine by interpreting schedules and following approved procedures, which may involve complex menu and programming choices.
Operate the laser and monitor quality and quantities per manufacturing procedures.
Set up the laser to ensure the beam is focused correctly and proper cut quality is maintained.
Monitor compressed gas levels and change to new bottles as necessary.
Ensure proper sequence and running of the laser.
Inspect parts at completion of the process and maintain quality records as necessary.
Move finished parts off of the machine.
Perform any related tasks as deemed necessary by the supervisor.