Fabrication Tech / Laser Operator

Lippert; Brandon (SD); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

Lippert in Brandon, SD is seeking a skilled machinist to operate CNC and laser equipment for steel fabrication parts. The role reports to the Operations Supervisor and requires following safety and quality processes. Shift is 1st, with 5am start on Monday-Thursday and occasional Friday hours.

The position emphasizes set-up, operation, and process adherence to production specs, with good housekeeping and teamwork across the line.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in metal fabrication or CNC machining preferred.
• 3 years CNC or laser experience preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and laser machines to meet production demands.
• Clean parts, touch up parts, and re-work as needed.
• Read and interpret written instructions and record results.
• Complete paperwork, logs and quality assessments.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and assist teammates.

Skills

CNC machining

Laser cutting

Quality inspection

Reading instructions

Education

Associates Degree in Metal Fabrication/CNC Machining

Tools

CNC machines

Laser machines

Job description

Overview

$22 - $30 per hour depending on experience

1st Shift: Monday - Thursday 5am - 3:30pm, some Friday hours may be required

This position is located in Brandon, South Dakota

Who We Are: Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.

Why We Are Different

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members’ unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You Will Get

• A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
• Fair and competitive compensation.
• Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
• Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Summary/Objective

This position will perform duties required to meet production demands. This will include set-up and operating various CNC machines, laser machines, in-process inspection and cleaning operations required in the manufacturing of steel fabrication for vehicle products. This position will report to Operations Supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Attend to and operate machines
• Clean parts, touch up parts, and may require re-work of parts
• Read and interpret written instruction
• Complete appropriate paperwork, log sheets, forms, charts and quality assessments
• Communicate with and assist other co-workers in the area
• Perform miscellaneous duties as directed by lead
• Follow all safety precautions and use protective equipment as required
• Measure product to production specifications
• Maintain and follow good housekeeping standards to meet company objectives
• Perform routine quality checks, both written and oral
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Results, Action Oriented
• Displaying Technical Expertise
• Time Management
• Highly motivated, organized, self-starter, able execute work from daily schedule
• Required to use honesty, integrity, and candor with the entire operation team to create trust, and to support their passion for winning
• Committed to a maintaining positive attitude and caring about people
• Must be reliable and prompt

Supervisory Responsibility

This role does not have any supervisory responsibility upon hiring.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active - while performing this job the Team Member is regularly standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, balancing, reaching, handling, and climbing all day. The Team Member may have to lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

This position requires Personal Protective Equipment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time hourly position working a minimum of 40 hours a week. Days are Monday - Thursday 5am - 3:30pm. Friday work may be required, hours on Friday's are 5am - 11am.

Travel

No travel will be required.

Required Education And Experience

• Computer Skills Basic computer skills necessary
• Organization Skills: Maintain clean and organized work space.
• Cross-functional skills: Ability to work and handle multiple job assignments
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate within a team setting
• Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: Ability to lift, bend, and twist throughout the workday, ability to lift between 50 to 100 pounds
• Physical Environment: Fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Education And Experience

• Education: Associates Degree in Metal Fabrication/CNC Machining
• Work Experience: 3 years of CNC or laser related field experience

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to pass EVerify.

AAP/EEO Statement

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert’s strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the Team Member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.