Laser Operator - 3rd Shift - (10:00 pm to 6:30 am)

Dowding Industries, Inc.; Eaton Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement program

Paid time off

Job summary

A manufacturing firm located in Eaton Rapids, Michigan seeks to hire an individual to operate a laser machine. The successful candidate will be responsible for cutting parts from raw steel, checking for accuracy to blueprints, and performing quality assurance checks. Prior experience in a similar role and the ability to lead teams will be critical, alongside a high school diploma or GED. The role includes various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a related role is preferred.
• Experience in leading employees is required.
• Ability to make fast, accurate decisions essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser machine to cut parts from raw steel.
• Check parts to blueprints for quality assurance.
• Perform laser startups and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Decision-making

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Job description

Overview

Dowding Industries, since 1965, 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 manufacturing history and Michigan's engineering expertise to provide customers a competitive advantage. Dowding Industries utilizes the latest processing methods and assembly technologies to deliver tomorrow's solutions today. We produce parts for automotive, railcar, defense and infrastructure sectors and are committed to meeting or exceeding our customers' delivery, quality and value requirements.

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.

Compensation and Benefits

• 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.