Laser Operator - 2nd Shift

Schwarze Industries•Huntsville, AL

1d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team of Laser Operators in our Fabrication department on 2nd Shift who strive to be the best in their field! The future is bright with exciting opportunities here at Schwarze Industries, located in Huntsville, AL. At Schwarze, we offer you a CAREER, not just a job. Depending on education and experience, our starting rate is 20+ depending on background. Our 2nd shift will also receive a $3.00/hr shift differential. 2nd Shift schedule is 2:30PM – 12:45PM. Job summary - Under moderate supervision, fabricates metal products out of sheet and structural steel material according to work order, verbal instructions, and blueprints. Creates layout and outlines sequence of operations, applying knowledge of trigonometry, stock allowances for thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and physical properties of metal. Plans fabrication processes following specifications and using knowledge gained by experience Completes first article inspections and ensures that fabricated parts, components and products meet allowed tolerances. Set-up and operate Laser cutting equipment May Set-up and operates brake, rollers, shears, and drill presses. Operate laser machines by setting up, recalling programs, placing material, and positioning the cutting head for the operations of the laser cutting table. Adjust machine settings based on job requirements. Perform routine maintenance on equipment while also conducting general maintenance of table. Examines work pieces and verifies requirements such as dimensions and squareness using protractor, tape measure and other tools to verify correctness of product to drawing. Verifies position with measuring instruments, determines reference points and computes layout dimension. Completes first article inspection and verifies completed workpieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces to control scrap waste and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws. May operate forklift and overhead crane/hoist and air tools. Completes all documentation/paperwork accurately and timely. Responsible for movement and proper storage of material or product.

Requirements

Able to understand verbal and written instructions
Reading and comprehension of work related materials
Ability to read blueprints, sketches or drawings
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications
Ability to read tape measure, square and use/read dial calipers
Able to plan and organize work from bill of materials and production schedules
Able to perform measurements using tape measure, protractor, square, calipers, and other measuring devices
Good mechanical aptitude
Able to work overtime and/or weekends as scheduled
Able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including steel toe shoes, hearing protection devices and safety glasses
High school diploma or GED certificate preferred
Minimum of 1 year operating a Laser press preferable Trumpf or Bystronic brand

Responsibilities

fabricates metal products out of sheet and structural steel material according to work order, verbal instructions, and blueprints
Creates layout and outlines sequence of operations, applying knowledge of trigonometry, stock allowances for thickness, machine and welding shrinkage, and physical properties of metal
Plans fabrication processes following specifications and using knowledge gained by experience
Completes first article inspections and ensures that fabricated parts, components and products meet allowed tolerances
Set-up and operate Laser cutting equipment
Set-up and operates brake, rollers, shears, and drill presses
Operate laser machines by setting up, recalling programs, placing material, and positioning the cutting head for the operations of the laser cutting table
Adjust machine settings based on job requirements
Perform routine maintenance on equipment while also conducting general maintenance of table
Examines work pieces and verifies requirements such as dimensions and squareness using protractor, tape measure and other tools to verify correctness of product to drawing
Verifies position with measuring instruments, determines reference points and computes layout dimension
Completes first article inspection and verifies completed workpieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces to control scrap waste and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws
Operate forklift and overhead crane/hoist and air tools
Completes all documentation/paperwork accurately and timely
Responsible for movement and proper storage of material or product

Benefits

NO SWING SHIFTS!
Four 10s, with overtime on Fridays!
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
401(k) Retirement Savings Program with a Company Match
Profit Sharing Bonus
Paid Vacation and Sick Leave
10 Paid Holidays per year
Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Programs
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Programs
Learning and Development Programs through the Alamo Group Learning & Development Academy!
Employee Tuition Reimbursement and Dependent Scholarship Programs
And much more!