Laser Operator 2

Job Summary

• Responsible for performing advanced production activities on variety of laser machines.
• Reviews blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications.
• Chooses correct material for the job according to work order.
• Sets up laser cutting unit for safe operation by selecting appropriate nozzles and setting speeds and feeds.
• Determines processing specifications such as materials, forms, sizes, surface conditions, material defects dimensions, tolerances, and operational sequences.
• Positions work pieces for processing (may operate a combination of different machines).
• Operates laser machines during processing as required based on workload or business needs.
• Adjusts controls to set cutting speed, depth, and feed rates.
• Measures and examines pieces using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, scales, and squares to ensure conformance to specifications.
• Performs quality control inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations, performs In Process Quality Inspections.
• Cleans equipment according to designated maintenance procedures.
• Diagnoses problems and makes necessary adjustments and removes scrap from machine.
• Coordinates and executes material handling.
• Completes work order paperwork/documentation.
• Restocks material.
• May mark identification on material/work pieces before processing.
• May mark material after processing and store material for additional processing and/or shipping.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

1. Selects steel:

a. Uses caution to avoid damage to the steel.

b. Uses tape measure and calipers to verify correct size of material.

c. Uses color code to verify composition and/or thickness of material.

2. Burns steel:

a. Sets up burner for best quality of cut.

b. Sets up burner for best efficiency of material use.

c. Ensures that all cuts are accurate, per customer order.

3. Returns steel to stock:

a. Marks all drops with heat numbers, other identifying numbers, and color codes to ensure the identity of the steel.

b. Uses caution to avoid damage to the steel.

4. Performs routine maintenance on burner and associated equipment.

5. Keeps table and entire area clean.

6. Ensures needed repairs are made promptly.

7. Performs all tasks safely; obeys all safety rules.

8. Performs other duties assigned by foreman as necessary to complete the shift.

Required Skills

70% Standing

20% Walking

10% Sitting

5% Stooping/Bending

10% Climbing

20% Lifting up to 50 lbs.

10% Carrying up to 50 lbs.

10% Pushing/Pulling up to 50 lbs.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN

Responsibilities

• 1. Selects steel: a. Uses caution to avoid damage to the steel.
• b. Uses tape measure and calipers to verify correct size of material.
• c. Uses color code to verify composition and/or thickness of material.
• 2. Burns steel: a. Sets up burner for best quality of cut.
• b. Sets up burner for best efficiency of material use.
• c. Ensures that all cuts are accurate, per customer order.
• 3. Returns steel to stock: a. Marks all drops with heat numbers, other identifying numbers, and color codes to ensure the identity of the steel.
• b. Uses caution to avoid damage to the steel.
• 4. Performs routine maintenance on burner and associated equipment.
• 5. Keeps table and entire area clean.
• 6. Ensures needed repairs are made promptly.
• 7. Performs all tasks safely; obeys all safety rules.
• 8. Performs other duties assigned by foreman as necessary to complete the shift.

Qualifications

• 70% Standing
• 20% Walking
• 10% Sitting
• 5% Stooping/Bending
• 10% Climbing
• 20% Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• 10% Carrying up to 50 lbs.
• 10% Pushing/Pulling up to 50 lbs.