3rd Shift Laser Operator (Mayville)

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.; Kekoskee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. is seeking a 3rd shift Laser Operator to setup and run Amada or Mitsubishi NC/NCL lasers and Messer Plasma in a fast-paced fabrication shop. You will check material, de-nest parts, and ensure quality while supporting other operators as needed.

The role requires strong communication, blueprint reading, and a solid laser/CNC background, with willingness to train others and participate in safety practices. A High School diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in a highly technical environment.
• Experience with laser/CNC operation.
• Ability to read blueprints and use precision measurement tools.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and coordinate with other departments.
• Overhead crane experience desired.
• Demonstrated basic shop math.

Responsibilities

• Perform setups and operations on Amada and Mitsubishi NC/NCL Lasers and Messer Plasma.
• Check material thickness and load material.
• De-nest and remove laser oxide from parts.
• Meet time standards and quality expectations.
• Train others on laser/plasma setup and operation.
• Identify and solve machine alignment and cut condition problems.
• Cross-train across multiple laser platforms.
• Maintain safety and report issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Quality focus

Continuous improvement

Blueprint reading

Multi-tasking

Detail oriented

Self motivation

Aptitude to take orders

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

G-code knowledge

CNC operation

Forklift operation

Precision measurement tools

Job description

Overview

This 3rd Shift Laser Operator role at the Mayville location, reports to the First Operations Manager. This role is primarily responsible for the daily setup and operations of Amada or Mitsubishi NC/NCL laser, or Messer Plasma in a just-in-time fabrication shop with some assistance provided. This position may be required to assist other operators as a helper on key work or machines as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform setups and operations on Amada and Mitsubishi NC/NCL Lasers and Messer Plasma.
• Check material thickness for accuracy and load material.
• De-nest and remove laser oxide from parts/Plasma.
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
• May train others on set-up and operation of Laser/Plasma.
• Identify and solve machine alignment and cut condition problems.
• Troubleshoot minor program errors independently.
• Apply basic understanding of G and M code.
• Cross Train across multiple laser platforms and cells.
• Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
• Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and complete work.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
• Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a highly technical environment.
• Previous experience with overhead crane use is desired.
• Strong orientation towards quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have strong Laser or CNC operating background.
• Competent at basic dimensional measuring and able to quickly learn the use of precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
• Ability to understand/apply knowledge of “G” and “M” codes and have applicable computer skills.
• Demonstrated blueprint reading capability.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to efficiently work in a team and coordinate work with other departments.
• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently.
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-task.
• A High School diploma or GED Equivalent.

Equal opportunity employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.