Laser Operator I: 2nd Shift (Forklift)

Phoenix Metals Company; Peachtree Corners (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals Company is seeking a 2nd Shift Operator to join the Plant family. Shift: Mon-Thu 1:30pm–10:30pm and Fri 1:30pm–8pm. Requires forklift experience and at least 1 year of laser experience.

You will operate laser machines, review blueprints and work orders, set up equipment, and ensure safety and quality standards. This role entails physical tasks and precise measurement in metals processing and distribution.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification or experience required.
• At least 1 year laser experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work orders.
• Stand/walk and manual dexterity for machine operation.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic production activities on laser machines.
• Review blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions to understand machining characteristics.
• Choose correct material for the job per work order.
• Set up laser cutting unit with appropriate nozzles, speeds and feeds.
• Determine processing specs: materials, sizes, tolerances, sequences.
• Position work pieces for processing; may operate multiple machines.
• Operate laser machines as workload requires; adjust cutting speed and depth.
• Measure pieces with calipers, micrometers, scales; ensure conformance.
• Perform quality inspections on finished products; assist ISO checks.
• Clean equipment per maintenance procedures; diagnose problems.
• Coordinate material handling and restock as needed.
• Complete work order paperwork and documentation.

Skills

Forklift experience

Laser experience

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Quality inspection

Measurement skills

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Phoenix Metals Company is seeking a 2nd Shift Operator to join the Plant family. Shift: Mon-Thu 1:30pm–10:30pm and Fri 1:30pm–8pm. Requires forklift experience and at least 1 year of laser experience.

You will operate laser machines, review blueprints and work orders, set up equipment, and ensure safety and quality standards. This role entails physical tasks and precise measurement in metals processing and distribution.