Laser Operator (2nd Shift)

Precision Castparts; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Klune Industries, now part of Precision Castparts Corp., seeks a level one laser operator for the 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 2:30 PM–11:00 PM). Under direct supervision, you will interpret work instructions and blueprints, perform basic machine setup, and upload programs from a central database.

You will change offsets and laser focus, load/unload material, and conduct basic in-process inspection using calipers, micrometers, and hand tools. 0–1 year experience required; on-the-job training provided.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma preferred but not required.
• 0–1 years of experience with mechanical processes and methods such as hand tools.
• Basic print reading, basic visual inspection, and basic shop math are required.
• Familiarity with CNC controls at a basic level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret work instructions with assistance.
• Gather related work documents.
• Perform basic setup tasks including powering up and zeroing the machine, and uploading programs from a central database.
• Change offsets and focus of the laser.
• Load and unload material.

Skills

Basic print reading

Basic visual inspection

Basic shop math

Basic hand tools

Deburr tools & methods

CNC controls familiarity

Education

GED or HS diploma

Job description

2nd Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Paid On-The-Job Training Schedule: 8 - 12 weeks on 2nd Shift

Compensation Range *dependent on experience*: $20/h - $24/h + $2/h 2nd shift differential + quarterly incentive bonus + overtime opportunities

Position Summary

Under direct supervision, level one laser operators interpret work instructions and blueprints as well as gather related work docs., clock in and out of jobs in timeclock. They will also perform basic setup tasks including powering up and zeroing the machine, as well as uploading programs from a central database. They will also interact with the laser in order to change offsets, and change the focus of laser. Level one laser operators perform basic laser operation tasks such as loading and unloading material using a crane and performing basic in process inspection tasks utilizing basic shop math and basic inspection hand tools such as calipers, micrometers and pin gauges. 0-1 years of experience.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Working with assistance, interpret work instructions
• Gather related work documents.
• Perform basic setup tasks including powering up and zeroing the machine, as well as uploading programs from a central database
• Change offsets and change the focus of laser
• Loading and unloading material

Required Skills

• Basic print reading
• Basic visual inspection
• Basic shop math
• Basic hand tools
• Basic knowledge of deburr tools and methods.
• The ability to interact with computers and CNC controls at a basic level.

Required Experience

• Typically 0-1 years of experience.
• This position requires basic experience working with mechanical processes and methods such as hand tools.

Level Of Education

• GED or High School diploma preferred but not required.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heavy machinery, noise, and other typical shop conditions
• Daily duties require:
  • Frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, gripping, and operating hand or power tools.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull items up to 35 lbs.
• Onsite, consistent, and reliable attendance on your assigned shift

Location Profile

Klune Industries was founded in 1972 in Southern California. More than forty years later, Klune Industries is a preferred supplier to the aerospace and defense industries offering end-to-end solutions for aerospace and defense including sheet metal forming, machining, and assemblies. Klune Industries was acquired by Precision Castparts Corp. in August, 2012.