Laser Press Operator-1st. Shift

Munters • Selma, CA

1d • $20

About The Position

Munters Corporation is hiring a Laser Press Operator to set up and operate fiber laser equipment to cut metal sheets to defined specifications and to operate metal fabrication equipment that cuts, notches, and shapes metal parts. The role works from job packets, bills of materials, blueprints, drawings, and production schedules, and follows standard or accepted practices while meeting quality and production requirements.

The operator starts up and shuts down equipment, positions material using a vacuum system or crane, lays out cuts on a computer, selects lenses based on material thickness and type, and determines material requirements and operation sequence. The position includes programming adjustments, part labeling and handling, dimensional inspections, quality checks, production documentation, inventory responsibilities, and staging work to maintain workflow. The operator also maintains a clean and safe work area and consistently follows safety requirements.

The role uses equipment and tools including a fiber laser cutting machine, hand and pneumatic tools, measuring instruments, cranes, and a forklift. Required protective equipment includes safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves and sleeves, and steel-toe footwear. Physical demands include frequent pushing with up to 120 pounds of force; occasional pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds; frequent lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds; and frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling, climbing, maneuvering, stooping, squatting, grasping, and reaching. Visual and aural acuity and listening are also specified.

Responsibilities

• Work from job packets, bills of materials, blueprints, drawings, and production schedules.
• Perform startup and shutdown procedures on fiber laser cutting equipment.
• Position workpieces on the table by hand or crane and use a vacuum system to hold them in place.
• Lay out cuts on a computer and select lenses based on metal type and thickness.
• Interpret job information to determine material requirements and lay out operations to maximize material utilization.
• Label completed parts with the appropriate part number; remove chips and drops from parts and the staging table.
• Determine the sequence of operations and edit programs based on the sequence.
• Rack and move pieces to the staging area.
• Verify the first piece against specifications using calipers, protractors, gauges, and measuring tape; conduct random checks during production and adjust settings as necessary.
• Perform quality checks, complete checklists, verify counts, record job time, and meet production schedules.
• Submit required production documentation and stage completed parts or move them to subsequent operations.
• Maintain physical inventory of materials and request reorders as necessary.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas and follow safety rules and requirements.
• Perform or assist with other operations as needed to maintain workflow and meet schedules and quality requirements.
• Participate in meetings and work groups to communicate issues, resolve problems, obtain approvals, and stay informed about developments, requirements, and policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Vacation and paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and conference attendance
• Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities
• State-of-the-art equipment and tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed