Turret Laser Combo Operator- 2nd shift

Lake Air Products•Vadnais Heights, MN

16d•$26 - $34

About The Position

Lake Air Products is seeking a 2nd-shift Turret Laser Combo Operator to set up and operate turret, laser, and combo fabrication equipment, producing sheet metal parts to customer specifications and blueprints. The role uses Amada equipment and involves tooling adjustments, finished-part inspection, and support for continuous-improvement and productivity goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The operator applies blueprint-reading, measurement, troubleshooting, and machine-setup skills while maintaining safety, quality, and operational-efficiency standards. The position runs Monday through Thursday, 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The posting notes that the position may be subject to export-control regulations; unless an exemption applies, candidates must be a U.S. Person under applicable law or obtain an export-control license. The posting states that candidates who do not meet ITAR requirements or choose not to pursue such positions are not disqualified from applying for other Lake Air Products opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge and skill in machine setup and operation.
Excellent people skills and ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
Integrity, credibility, and commitment to the mission.
Flexibility and ability to multitask in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment while driving toward clarity and solutions.
Resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience operating and setting up turret punch press machines, preferably LVD Strippit, in a metal fabrication environment.

Responsibilities

Verify parts are properly loaded and surfaces prepared for fabrication; confirm machine settings, tooling, and fixtures are appropriate for the part being run.
Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions, out-of-tolerance machining, workpiece defects, or machine malfunctions; adjust machine controls or control media as required.
Perform routine machine maintenance.
Perform punching across a wide range of materials, diameters, and shapes.
Complete production and quality forms to document actions.
Use blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine finished-workpiece dimensions and tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
Apply knowledge of tool position and order to maximize machine efficiency, and adjust ram strokes and material stop gauges.
Set up and operate machines using established knowledge and skill.
Confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
Support continuous-improvement and productivity goals while maintaining safety, quality, and operational efficiency.