2nd Shift Laser Operator I - Norcross, GA

Phoenix Metals Company; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals Company is seeking a 2nd Shift Operator to join the Plant family. Shift: Mon-Thu 1:30pm–10:30pm and Fri 1:30pm–8pm. Requires forklift experience and at least 1 year of laser experience.

You will operate laser machines, review blueprints and work orders, set up equipment, and ensure safety and quality standards. This role entails physical tasks and precise measurement in metals processing and distribution.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification or experience required.
• At least 1 year laser experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Stand/walk and manual dexterity for machine operation.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic production activities on laser machines.
• Review blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions to understand machining characteristics.
• Choose correct material for the job per work order.
• Set up laser cutting unit with appropriate nozzles, speeds and feeds.
• Determine processing specs: materials, sizes, tolerances, sequences.
• Position work pieces for processing; may operate multiple machines.
• Operate laser machines as workload requires; adjust cutting speed and depth.
• Measure pieces with calipers, micrometers, scales; ensure conformance.
• Perform quality inspections on finished products; assist ISO checks.
• Clean equipment per maintenance procedures; diagnose problems.
• Coordinate material handling and restock as needed.
• Complete work order paperwork and documentation.

Skills

Forklift experience

Laser experience

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Measurement skills

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

2nd Shift Operator - Mon - Thurs 1:30pm - 10:30pm and Friday - 1:30pm - 8pm. Must have forklift experience and at least 1 year of laser experience. This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing metals processing and distribution work. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods employed by Phoenix Metals in metals processing and distribution.

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), 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 Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Responsible for performing basic production activities on variety of laser machines.


• Reviews blue prints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications to understand machining characteristics of various metals.


• 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 work load 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.

Required Skills

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.


• High School diploma/GED preferred.


• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.


• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting metal working machines preferred.


• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.


• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.


• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.


• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.


• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.


• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.


• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.


• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.

EEO Statement

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