Laser Operator

Graepel North America • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

The Laser Operator sets up and operates a CNC laser machine for metal fabrication, retrieving programs and selecting appropriate gases, nozzles, and lenses. The role includes understanding metal fabrication processes, performing routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs, and setting up fabrication machinery and other production necessities to produce defect-free parts. The operator checks work against blueprints using precision measuring tools and accurately completes work orders documenting good and defective part quantities. The position follows a regular schedule determined by supervisory management and may include other duties assigned by supervisory personnel.

The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, and Friday, 6:00 AM to noon. Medical and dental premiums are paid in full, including coverage for dependents. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent and/or related experience.
• Ability to use direct-read measuring devices.
• Ability to document paperwork accurately.
• Ability to work in a team environment and/or independently.
• Ability to operate a forklift and obtain certification.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in manufacturing engineering, fabrication management, and/or operations of low- and mid-sized-volume metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a CNC laser machine.
• Retrieve programs and use appropriate gases, nozzles, lenses, and other laser equipment for metal fabrication.
• Apply knowledge of metal fabrication processes and concepts.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance and minor repairs on the CNC laser machine.
• Set up metal fabrication machinery and other production necessities to produce defect-free parts.
• Check work accuracy using blueprints and precision measuring tools.
• Complete work orders accurately, recording quantities of good and defective parts.
• Work the regular schedule determined by supervisory management.
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisory personnel.

Benefits

• Medical premiums paid 100%, including for dependents.
• Dental premiums paid 100%, including for dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED