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Laser Operator (1:00pm to 9:30pm)
G&W Electric
employment type:
full-time
job title:
Laser Operator (1:00pm to 9:30pm)
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Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.Laser Operator
General Summary: Sets up and operate the Amada laser cutting machine to produce parts and products in conjunction with customer quality requirements.
Essential Functions:
- Follow safe manufacturing and material handling practices
- Set up and operate laser equipment to perform difficult fabrication operations on a wide range of metals and alloys for complicated subassemblies and assemblies involving coinciding requirements for high strength, pressure and aesthetics
- Perform first piece in-process inspection of jobs as required Ensure jobs meet all requirements before leaving work center
- Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required
- Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
- Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
- Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of laser operation tasks as needed
- Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation
- Document actions by completing production and quality forms
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Must be able to safety use small hand and power tools
- Must be able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material
- Must have basic computer skills, including navigation in a Windows-based environment
- Solid understanding of metal fabrication concepts and processes required
- 1-2 years of prior CNC machine operation experience desirable
- Must possess a keen sense of attention to detail
- Must possess the ability to operate overhead cranes, handling large sheet steel
- Must be able to use measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers
- Must be able to determine material types and gages
- Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills
- Must perform all duties in conjunction with UAI and ISO requirements
Education/Experience:
- High School diploma, GED or combination of work experience and skill development required
- 1 year experience working in a manufacturing environment desirable
- Prior experience or training in metal-cutting or operating laser equipment desirable
Physical Demands: (The work is classified as Medium - Heavy Physical Demand Level (PDL) by the US Dept of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles) Frequencies: Occasional (1-33%); Frequent (34-66%); Continuous (67-100%)
Lifting Demands:
- Lift up to 75 lbs on an occasional basis floor to waist
- Lift up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis floor to chest
- Carry up to 75 lbs on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
- Push/pull up to 100 lbs on an occasional basis
Postural Demands:
- Standing - continuous
- Walking - continuous
- Bending/stooping - frequent
- Squatting/kneeling - frequent
- Lifting - frequent
Miscellaneous Demands:
- Griping, manipulation, fingering - frequent
- Variable hand/power tool use - frequent
- Two-person lifting tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts and hoists
Why join us? G&W enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!
G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.
*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.
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