Laser Machine Operator- 2nd Shift

Owen Industries•Fargo, ND

2d•$23 - $27

About The Position

Responsible for operating laser equipment and performing daily maintenance of all laser-related activities during the assigned shift. The role includes inspecting and replacing filters and cylinders, completing job and inspection paperwork, keeping the work area and equipment clean and serviceable, communicating work-in-progress at shift change, assisting other operators, and troubleshooting production issues. The operator is expected to support quality, efficiency, safety, continuous improvement, and company procedures, and must be able to gauge materials and identify types or grades using mic readings, color codes, and other indicators. The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., with overtime available on Fridays. Initial training is on first shift for three to four weeks, Monday through Thursday, 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pay is $23–$27 per hour, plus a $2.00 shift differential. This active role involves standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day, as well as regularly talking and hearing. Employees must be able to lift or move items over 20 pounds. The work environment may include fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, loud noise, and limited climate control; the office area is quiet. Owen Industries welcomes veterans and is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without discrimination on the listed protected bases.

Requirements

Ability to gauge material and identify different material types or grades using mic readings, color codes, and similar indicators.
Technical skills and knowledge of the process.
Problem-solving ability.
Organization.
Acceptance of responsibility.
Teamwork.
Decision-making and self-reliance.
Regular attendance and punctuality.
Ability to talk and hear regularly.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and crouch throughout the day.
Ability to lift or move items over 20 pounds.
Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to work in an environment with fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, occasional loud noise, and limited climate control.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain laser-related equipment and activities during the assigned shift.
Check and replace filters and cylinders as needed.
Complete job check sheets for every job cut and inspection forms for each different part cut.
Empty slag trays and dust barrels as needed and check them at the end of each shift.
Clean the working area and surrounding areas.
Ensure paperwork is complete and accurate.
Communicate work status and upcoming work to operators during shift changes.
Assist other operators as needed.
Keep tools, lenses, ceramics, and nozzles in good working condition and promptly report problems to the laser supervisor.
Troubleshoot production problems, including bad cuts and technical table problems.
Continuously improve quality, efficiency, and employee safety.
Monitor and promote a safe working environment.
Gauge material and identify material types and grades using mic readings, color codes, and other indicators.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality; work safely and perform other assigned duties.
Provide accurate and timely information about work in progress and meet or exceed estimated production values and required quality standards.
Support crew members, promote team spirit, and represent the company professionally.
Comply with company health and safety requirements, policies, ISO standards, and other procedures.
Participate in and support continuous improvement programs, HR initiatives, and other company initiatives.