Laser Cutter Operator - Precision Metalwork

Reliance, Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. in Spartanburg, SC, is seeking an experienced laser operator who can perform advanced production activities on various laser machines and read blueprints and work orders.

You will set up laser cutting units, check materials, inspect finished pieces for conformance, and ensure safety and quality standards are met throughout production. Strong attention to precision, measurement with calipers, micrometers, and adherence to ISO-quality practices are valued, along with flexibility to

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets blueprints, work orders, and tooling instructions.
• Performs precision measurement to ensure tolerances are met.
• Adheres to safety and quality standards during laser operations.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Safety compliance

Quality attention

Tools

Laser cutting machines

Calipers / measuring tools

Job description

Reliance, Inc. in Spartanburg, SC, is seeking an experienced laser operator who can perform advanced production activities on various laser machines and read blueprints and work orders.

You will set up laser cutting units, check materials, inspect finished pieces for conformance, and ensure safety and quality standards are met throughout production. Strong attention to precision, measurement with calipers, micrometers, and adherence to ISO-quality practices are valued, along with flexibility to