Laser Operator 1

Reliance, Inc.; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. is seeking a Laser Equipment Operator to perform advanced production activities on a variety of laser machines within the Plant family, working with blueprints and work orders to select materials and set up equipment for safe operation.

The role requires hands-on tolerance setting, measurement with calipers and micrometers, and quality inspections. You will maintain documentation, coordinate material handling, and ensure safety and ISO-quality standards are met.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years relevant experience or equivalent education.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to pass a respirator fitness test, if required.
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting laser machines.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and perform basic math.
• Basic computer proficiency and software knowledge.
• Strong manual dexterity and coordination.
• Able to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Good teamwork and relationships with supervisors and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced production activities on laser machines.
• Review blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications.
• Select correct material for the job according to work order.
• Set up laser cutting unit for safe operation by selecting appropriate nozzles and speeds/feeds.
• Determine processing specifications such as materials, sizes, tolerances and sequences.
• Position work pieces for processing and operate machines as required.
• Adjust controls to set cutting speed, depth and feed rates.
• Measure pieces using calipers, micrometers, scales to ensure conformance.
• Perform quality control inspections on finished product; participate in In-Process QC where applicable.
• Clean equipment according to maintenance procedures.
• Diagnose problems and remove scrap.
• Coordinate and execute material handling.
• Complete work order paperwork and restock material.
• Mark identification on material/work pieces as needed.
• Adhere to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Laser machine setup

Blueprint reading

Measurement skills

Quality control

Safety compliance

Equipment maintenance

Documentation

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Scales

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

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