Laser Weld Operator Trainee

voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation•Shelbyville, KY
•$23 - $27

About The Position

voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation is seeking motivated Laser Weld Operator Trainees for hands-on operation of laser welding equipment, including butt weld and seam weld machines. The role involves preparing tools, equipment, fixtures, and materials; operating laser weld and cut machines to produce parts according to work orders, blueprints, and diagrams; and inspecting finished products for quality. Trainees must complete and pass the required seat track laser weld operator training curriculum. The regular schedule is weekend day shift, Friday through Sunday, 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a $3.00 shift differential. Employees hired for the weekend day shift may train on first shift for six months to one year; first-shift hours are Monday through Thursday, 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Overtime may be required as needed. voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation supplies custom roll-formed metal components to industries including aerospace, construction, material handling, off-highway, office furniture, solar, and transportation. The company has seven production facilities across three states.

Requirements

  • One to three months of related experience, including in manufacturing or a similar environment.
  • Experience with laser welding and programming, production work, and reading blueprints and diagrams.
  • Computer skills, including knowledge of manufacturing software and the ability to learn new programs.
  • Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
  • Ability to work the assigned shift and overtime as needed.
  • Must pass pre-employment and annual vision tests.
  • Must be a U.S. person as defined by EAR/ITAR.

Nice To Haves

  • Consistent manufacturing experience performing machine setup.
  • Experience with laser weld production equipment.
  • Experience performing part inspections and reading blueprints.
  • Experience making adjustments to machines or their programming.

Responsibilities

  • Safely load and unload parts.
  • Record inventory transactions in manufacturing software using basic computer skills.
  • Independently set up machines, tooling, and fixtures.
  • Use measuring tools to ensure required quality standards are met.
  • Follow verbal and written instructions for operating laser weld and cut machines, related equipment, and other assigned jobs.
  • Operate laser weld equipment, including butt weld and seam weld equipment, to form or cut material according to work orders, blueprints, and diagrams.
  • Inspect products for quality.
  • Complete and pass the required seat track laser weld operator training curriculum.

Benefits

  • Multiple health insurance options, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, health-saving accounts, and flexible spending accounts.
  • 401(k) or Roth 401(k) with up to 6% company match.
  • Quarterly profit-sharing bonus.
  • Paid holidays immediately; vacation and personal-sick days after 60 days.
  • Apprenticeship programs and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
  • Leadership training opportunities.
  • TogetherWeCare philanthropic volunteer program, allowing employees to support their community on company time.
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