Machine Operator (Laser) - Night Shift

NIC Global•Gallatin, TN

8d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Laser Operator operates CNC laser cutting machines and other production machinery, working with different alloys and material gauges. The role involves machine programming and console updates, material measurement verification, routine maintenance and housekeeping, and the use of handheld power tools. The operator works with teammates to support productivity and adapts to a fast-paced environment with changing priorities while following safety, quality, company, and applicable OSHA standards. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs. This is a night-shift position in Gallatin, Tennessee, scheduled Monday through Thursday from 4:40 p.m. to 3:10 a.m. The shift includes a $2.00-per-hour premium. The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing on a concrete floor for 10 hours with breaks and anti-fatigue mats, and being able to obtain a proper seal with respiratory protection. NIC Global is a single-source manufacturer of mechanical and electromechanical assemblies, sheet metal fabrication, and globally sourced metal and plastic components. The company employs more than 600 people across Washington, Tennessee, Ohio, and Texas. Employment offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Requirements

Six months or more of related experience and/or specialized training.
Ability to program, download, and edit at a computer console as required.
Ability to verify cut-material measurements using a tape measure, calipers, and other measurement tools.
Mechanical aptitude.
Good communication, organizational, and cross-training skills.
Ability to distinguish aluminum, steel, stainless steel, copper, and brass.
Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without accommodations.
Ability to stand on a concrete floor for 10 hours, with breaks and anti-fatigue mats.
No facial hair that would prevent a proper seal of respiratory protection.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

Operate CNC laser cutting machines and other machinery used in production.
Understand laser machine operation and differences in cutting various alloys and material gauges.
Perform regular machine maintenance and housekeeping.
Program, download, and edit the machine console as required.
Verify measurements of cut materials.
Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
Use handheld power tools to grind, sand, and cut materials.
Follow safety rules, quality standards, company rules and policies, and applicable OSHA standards.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

Choice of two health insurance plans, available the first of the month after 30 days.
Employer-paid employee dental insurance, available the first of the month after 30 days.
Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability plans, available the first of the month after 30 days.
Vision insurance, available the first of the month after 30 days.
Additional life insurance, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance.
Federal health and dependent care savings accounts (FSA).
401(k) plan with employer match, eligible after six months.
Tuition reimbursement, eligible after six months.
PTO accrual of 80 hours in the first year, increasing with length-of-service milestones.
80 hours of holiday time per year.
Quarterly employee appreciation events, holiday parties, cookouts, company gifts, and other employee events and recognition programs.
$2.00-per-hour night-shift premium.