Laser Operator

Scion Steel Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance - Company paid

Health insurance

Life insurance - company paid

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Attendance bonus opportunities

Yearly bonus opportunities

Job summary

Scion Steel Inc. in Warren, MI currently seeks an experienced Laser Operator to operate and maintain a fiber laser cutting system in a steel fabrication environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of hands-on laser operation experience and can read cut lists, blueprints, and gauges to ensure precise, safe production. The role requires strict adherence to safety protocols, PPE, and quality standards, with opportunities for overtime, attendance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years hands-on experience operating a Laser machine in a steel fabrication facility.
• Ability to accurately measure, read cut lists, blueprints, and sketches
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Ability to read a tape measure, micrometer and caliper.
• Ability to accurately track inventory

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining the laser machine in the facility
• Loading and unloading of material on the laser tables
• Wear properly fitted personal protective equipment such as gloves, face shields, safety glasses, and steel toed shoes
• Receive work order; obtain and organize materials, ensure that all materials being used are accurate and in compliance with specifications and quality control
• Safely operate equipment such as cranes, Hilo’s, grinders, etc.
• Maintain, support, and follow all Scion steel standards as specified within the quality management system
• Identify proper gauge and type of steel to be cut
• Examine cuts to verify accuracy and making adjustments to the Laser as needed.
• Carry out work orders within a realistic timeline ensuring that deadlines are met

Skills

Laser operation

Blueprint reading

Inventory tracking

Tape measure/micrometer

Forklift/ Crane operation

Tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Experience: Fiber laser operation: 2+ years

Reports to: Plant Manager

The vital role of our Laser Operators in our steel manufacturing facility is a dedicated professional responsible for a variety of tasks that ensure the efficient and safe operation of our machinery. Their expertise and commitment are essential to maintaining high standards of productivity and safety across our operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating and maintaining the laser machine in the facility
• Loading and unloading of material on the laser tables
• Wear properly fitted personal protective equipment such as gloves, face shields, safety glasses, and steel toed shoes
• Receive work order; obtain and organize materials, ensure that all materials being used are accurate and in compliance with specifications and quality control
• Safely operate equipment such as cranes, Hilo’s, grinders, etc.
• Maintain, support, and follow all Scion steel standards as specified within the quality management system
• Identify proper gauge and type of steel to be cut
• Examine cuts to verify accuracy and making adjustments to the Laser as needed.
• Carry out work orders within a realistic timeline ensuring that deadlines are met

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years hands-on experience operating a Laser machine in a steel fabrication facility.
• Ability to accurately measure, read cut lists, blueprints, and sketches
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Ability to read a tape measure, micrometer and caliper.
• Ability to accurately track inventory

Schedule:

• 8-10 hour shift
• Morning Shift: 6:00am – 4:30pm Evening shift: 4:00pm – 2:30am
• Monday to Friday, sometimes Saturday.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Warren, MI 48089: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40-56 per week

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance- Company paid
• Health insurance
• Life insurance – company paid (additional employee paid
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Attendance bonus opportunities
• Yearly bonus opportunities

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Warren, MI 48089: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)