Laser Operator 1

Chatham Steel Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Steel Corporation in Savannah, GA seeks an experienced laser operator to perform advanced production tasks on laser machinery. You will review blueprints and work orders, select materials, and set up the laser unit for safe operation, ensuring correct speeds, feeds, and tolerances.

The role requires hands-on experience with laser cutting, ability to read specs, perform quality inspections, and maintain equipment with proper safety practices.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education
• High School diploma/GED preferred
• Ability to pass a respirator fitness test if required
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting laser machines preferred
• Adequate manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination required
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions relevant to work
• Basic measurement and math skills required
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to use software applications
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge and judgment

Responsibilities

• Operate advanced laser machines to perform production tasks
• Review blueprints, work orders, and tooling instructions
• Select correct material according to work order
• Set up laser cutting unit for safe operation (nozzles, speeds, feeds)
• Determine processing specs (materials, sizes, tolerances)
• Position work pieces for processing on machines
• Operate laser machines according to workload
• Adjust controls for cutting speed, depth, feed rates
• Measure pieces with calipers and micrometers for spec conformance
• Perform quality inspections on finished products, including in-process inspections
• Maintain equipment and perform routine cleaning
• Diagnose problems and adjust equipment
• Coordinate and execute material handling
• Complete paperwork and restock materials
• Mark materials as needed for processing and shipping
• Ensure safety and quality standards compliance

Skills

Laser machine operation

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Measurement with calipers/micrometers

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting laser systems

Multi-tasking

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Laser machines

Job description

Job Summary

This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing work metals processing and distribution work within the Reliance family of companies. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods employed by Reliance companies in metals processing and distribution.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion Function in the Job Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Job Function

• Responsible for performing advanced production activities on variety of laser machines.
• 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 such as calipers, micrometers, scales and squares 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.
• Diagnoses problems and makes necessary adjustments and removes scrap from machine.
• Coordinates and executes material handling.
• Completes work order paperwork/documentation.
• Restocks material.
• May mark identification on material/work pieces before processing.
• May mark material after processing and store material for additional processing and/or shipping.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Required Skills

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Ability to pass a respirator fitness test, if required.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting laser machines preferred.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions as applied to work situations required.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and/or using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly required.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers required.

EEO Statement

Relevance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN