Laser Operator – AMADA (1st, 2nd, 3rd Shifts)

AST Manufacturing; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AST Manufacturing in Grand Prairie, TX is seeking a dedicated Laser Operator to maintain and run an Amada laser and related equipment on day-to-day production.

You will follow job travelers, prep setup, monitor quality, complete paperwork, and report issues to shift leadership while keeping the work area clean and organized.

This full-time role requires safety training and a high school diploma, with shifts Monday through Friday and weekend options as outlined in the posting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience with laser cutting equipment preferred.
• Must have safety training such as Hazardous Communications and Lockout Tagout.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Amada laser cutting equipment.
• Prepare and set up laser table for scheduled jobs.
• Ensure parts meet required quality levels and report issues.
• Complete production paperwork for each job.
• Keep the work area clean and organized and document spare parts usage.
• Follow shifts: 1st, 2nd, or 3rd with adherence to schedule.

Skills

Laser operation

Safety compliance

Quality inspection

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Amada laser

Regius 3015 AJ Fiber Laser

Job description

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, however are not limited to:

• Maintain and Operate an Amada laser, Regius 3015 AJ Fiber Laser.
• Safely operate assigned Laser cutting table using the proper techniques and methods.
• Properly and efficiently setup the Laser cutting table for each scheduled job.
• Follow all directions as noted on the Job Traveler
• Ensure that all parts processed on assigned Laser cutting table meet the customer required quality level. All issues must be reported to Shift Manager and / or Quality Assurance personnel.
• Maintain the proper housekeeping around the assigned Laser cutting table. Empty trash from your assigned table at the end of every shift.
• Follow daily production schedule as noted on the Scheduling Board and communicate any delays to the Programmer / Scheduler.
• Complete all production paperwork for each job that is cut on the assigned Laser cutting table.
• Properly document all spare parts that are taken from the Parts Bins.
• Ensures that all completed parts and associated Travelers are taken the proper Shipping Location for final review.
• Shifts:
  • 1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm
  • 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 3:00pm-11:30pm
  • 3rd Shift Sunday-Thursday, 11:00pm-7:30am

Physical Effort:

• Ability to sit or stand for 3 - 4 hours before a break.
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds.

Mental Effort, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Must be able to prioritize own workday schedule.

Recommended Training/Education:

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Experience in a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Safety training including but not limited to Hazardous Communication, Lockout Tagout, Eye Safety, and Fire Evacuation

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department or unit. The job description above is meant to be an outline, the details may be modified in the future to accommodate changing conditions.Work Remotely

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-timePay: Submit Application for Pay Details