Laser Operator - 2nd Shift (2:00 pm to 10:30 pm)

Dowding Industries, Inc.; Eaton Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Medical flexible spending account

Life insurance, disability coverage

401(k) retirement program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Dowding Industries, Inc. seeks a laser operator to cut parts from raw steel, verify against blueprints, and maintain quality using calipers, mics, fabervision, and CMM. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and efficient setup/maintenance.

Responsibilities include startup, PMs, crane operation, and routine part handling with a focus on accuracy and process discipline.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience leading employees required.
• Able to make fast, accurate decisions relating to the production process and equipment.
• Quality standards must be strictly adhered to, so attention to detail is extremely important.
• Basic understanding of blueprints required.
• Previous experience in a related role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements.
• Perform laser startup and PM’s of machine.
• Operate overhead crane.
• Check first and last pieces for quality. Ensure parts are free from blemishes.
• Use pin gauges, calipers, mics, fabervision, and CMM to validate parts to prints.
• Make adjustments such as laser offsets and alignment.
• Stock parts in a safe and orderly manner.
• Clean machine during and before end of shift.
• Make sure all tools are returned to shadow board.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership experience

Blueprint reading

Quality focus

Decision making under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pin gauges

Calipers

Mics

Fabervision

CMM

Job description

About Us

Since 1965, Dowding has grown from a tool and die manufacturer to a leading edge, world-class manufacturer of metal stampings, fabrication, precision machined components, and assemblies. We capitalize on our rich manufacturing history and utilize Michigan's engineering expertise to provide our customers the competitive advantage needed in today's markets. At Dowding Industries, we utilize only the latest advanced processing methods and assembly technologies to deliver tomorrow's solutions, today. Producing parts for automotive, railcar, defense and infrastructure sectors as well, we are helping bring Michigan back to the forefront of manufacturing! Dowding Industries is firmly committed to providing products and services which in all ways meet or exceed our customer's requirements for delivery, quality and value.

Position Summary

Operate laser machine, which cuts parts out of raw steel. Check parts to blueprints, use calipers and micrometers, pull parts and stack on skids.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements.
• Perform laser startup and PM’s of machine.
• Operate overhead crane.
• Check first and last pieces for quality. Ensure parts are free from blemishes.
• Use pin gauges, calipers, mics, fabervision, and CMM to validate parts to prints.
• Make adjustments such as laser offsets and alignment.
• Stock parts in a safe and orderly manner.
• Clean machine during and before end of shift.
• Make sure all tools are returned to shadow board.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in a related role preferred.
• Previous experience leading employees required.
• Able to make fast, accurate decisions relating to the production process and equipment.
• Quality standards must be strictly adhered to, so attention to detail is extremely important.
• Basic understanding of blueprints required.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is required to remain upright on the feet for sustained periods of time. Employee will be required to reach or lift. Position is subject to substantial movements of the wrists, hands, or fingers.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes where the seeing job is within arm’s reach.
• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.

Dowding Industries, Inc. Offers a Competitive Total Compensation Package

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (including spouse or domestic partner and children)
• Medical flexible spending account
• Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability
• 401(k) retirement program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Dowding Industries Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We encourage qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.