Second Shift Laser Operator -I
About The Position
Tegra Medical is hiring an on-site Laser Operator in Franklin, Massachusetts. The role operates CNC laser processing machines in a precision manufacturing environment, following standard operating procedures and prescribed sequences to produce parts that meet print, quality, and throughput specifications. The operator maintains awareness of close-tolerance parts, including pointed parts, and carries out machine monitoring, inspection, documentation, maintenance, and secondary operations. The position works Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 11:15 PM. It requires frequent repetitive work and standing, occasional lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, and use of safety glasses and full PPE in the clean room. Tegra Medical offers on-the-job training and advancement opportunities, a competitive hourly wage with shift differentials, benefits, paid time off, sick time, holiday pay, an Employee Assistance Program, and tuition reimbursement.
Requirements
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and meet deadlines.
- Good manual dexterity and ability to use measurement and inspection tools.
- Good work habits, reliable attendance, strong workmanship values, and a positive attitude.
- Ability, desire, and flexibility to perform a variety of machining operations and other manufacturing functions as needed.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- One to three years of experience in a small device manufacturing environment as a CNC Machining Operator.
- Experience operating Lasag, Kohler, Coherent/Rofin, or IPG lasers.
- Experience in medical device manufacturing, aerospace, machinery, or metals.
- Vocational school graduation in manufacturing, machining, or an engineering discipline.
Responsibilities
- Operate machines to achieve specifications for quality and throughput.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Perform ERP system transactions.
- Perform required daily maintenance on equipment and tools.
- Follow procedures and prescribed operation sequences to produce parts according to prints and quality specifications.
- Load control media to retrieve preprogrammed machine instructions from the database.
- Ensure work pieces are properly covered with assist gas as required by setup instructions.
- Monitor, observe, and listen to machine operation to detect malfunctions, such as worn rotary chucks or motion controls.
- Monitor the process and specifications; shut down the process and consult the setup person or department lead if changes are required.
- Notify the supervisor or department lead of discrepancies.
- Inspect parts during laser processing using measuring instruments to verify specifications.
- Communicate with coworkers, other shifts, technical and team leaders, and supervisors to exchange instructions, coordinate activities, and provide job status information.
- Perform first-piece and in-process inspections for self and peers when signed off through proper training documentation.
- Record measurements according to inspection plans and methods, monitor trends, and notify the lead or supervisor of observations or needed adjustments.
- Assist with adjustments to maintain specifications and minimize variation, and be available to assist and learn.
- Perform secondary operations alongside laser operation, such as cleaning parts and work areas and assisting others in the department.
Benefits
- On-the-job training and advancement opportunities.
- Competitive hourly wage with second- and third-shift differentials.
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off, sick time, and holiday pay.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
