Laser Operator

Basin Holdings LLC.; Sturgis (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation

Health insurance

Job summary

Basin Industries in Sturgis, MI is seeking a Laser Programmer/Operator to operate and maintain laser cutting machines and program cutting processes according to specifications. The role requires attention to detail, ability to read blueprints, and experience with CNC programming.

You will participate in lean manufacturing and 5S activities while ensuring quality and accurate documentation. This is a non-exempt, on-site role reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, with duties including lifting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 2 years of CNC programming experience.
• Experience operating laser cutting equipment and interpreting technical drawings.
• Must be able to read blueprints and measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain laser cutting machines to produce parts per specifications.
• Program and optimize laser cutting processes.
• Inspect finished parts for quality and record production data.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot laser systems.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Operate laser machinery

Attention to detail

Read blueprints

Read tape measures/calipers

Fraction to decimals

Independent work

Safety practices

Manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

CNC Programming

Job description

Basin Industries
1500 Progress St.
Sturgis, MI 49091
Position: Laser Programmer/Operator
Reports to: Fabrication Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
EEO Classification: Laborer

Purpose: The purpose of the Laser Operator/Programmer is to operate and maintain laser cutting machines to cut and engrave parts and products according to specifications. They inspect parts and products to ensure they meet customer expectations and troubleshoot any issues that arise. Additionally, they may be responsible for programming the laser cutting machines, performing routine maintenance and keeping accurate records of production.

Basin Industries offers paid holidays, vacation, and great health insurance options.

Essential Duties:

• Prepare and operate laser cutting machines
• Ensure quality of finished parts
• Perform regular routine maintenance and troubleshooting on laser machines
• Program and optimize laser cutting processes
• Select and adjust materials
• Check and inspect finished parts
• Observe, maintain, coordinate and complete standard work.
• Identify and support continuous improvement efforts with Plant Manager
• Sustain and drive lean manufacturing and 5S activities
• Participate as an active member of the production team
• Follow documented policies and procedures as designated by the company’s Quality System
• Follow detailed instructions, processes and procedures
• Complete required documentation relating to business or regulatory requirements
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions

Skills/ Qualifications:

• High school diploma/ GED and 2 years of experience in CNC Programming
• Ability to operate laser machinery
• Attention to detail
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to read tape measures and use calipers
• Ability to convert fractions to decimals
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of safety practices
• Experience in the manufacturing environment

Expectations:

• Reporting issues in a timely manner
• Offer resolutions to the problems you are seeing or experiencing.
• Organizing, scheduling and planning.
• Quality
• JobBoss system tracking and reporting per Supervisor direction

Physical Demands:

• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. consistently
• Ability to operate overhead crane