Laser Operator II

Dakotalandmfg; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dakotaland Manufacturing seeks an experienced laser machine operator to perform laser cutting for diverse manufacturing needs. You will select programs, adjust parameters, and ensure high-quality cuts while maintaining equipment and logs.

The role includes reading drawings, inspecting parts, and following safety protocols in a fast-paced facility. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with at least one year of manufacturing experience, familiarity with NC programming, and forklift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Safety training, ESD awareness, foreign object damage awareness, and quality system awareness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser cutting equipment and adjust parameters for quality.
• Set up and maintain cutting operations; perform routine maintenance as required.
• Inspect finished parts using precision equipment and verify conformance to drawings.
• Detect and report defective materials or conditions to supervisor.
• Follow safety policies and wear required PPE at all times.
• May work at different workstations to meet production needs.

Skills

CNC experience

Reading drawings

Precision inspection

NC programming knowledge

Forklift certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machines (multiple brands)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: South Facility - Sioux Falls, SD 57107

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The laser machine operator position safely performs laser cutting for a variety of organizational manufacturing needs. The person in this position must always support and promote the company Vision, Mission and Values, using UPSCALE as the foundation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform typical laser cutting operations.
• Select proper cutting programs, flex entry points, and program at control.
• Establish proper stop location, adjust cutting parameters to obtain optimal cut quality.
• Make proper set-ups for optimal cutting operations. Perform prescribed maintenance as required.
• Perform all dimensional inspections.
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
• Maintain daily dust collector service and associated logbook in assigned area and report equipment deficiencies.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of cutting equipment and work area in accordance with company standards and manufactures machine recommendations.
• Perform some machine alignments procedures, optic cleaning to keep equipment at peak operating Performance.
• Operate tube laser.
• Perform preventative maintenance as prescribed for tube laser.
• May work at different workstations as production needs require.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED.
• Training in general safety, electrostatic discharge awareness, foreign object damage, awareness and quality system awareness preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Working experience on multiple brands of CNC machines.
• Some drawing and reading comprehension skills.
• Ability to inspect flat laser cut parts with precision inspection equipment.
• Must have some understanding of drawing notations.
• Possess knowledge of and ability to identify fabrication industry metals.
• Ability to learn or have some working knowledge of NC machine code.
• Capable of altering or writing programs on the NC control console.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Self-sufficient in all areas of responsibility.
• Ability to work well as a team member and delegate work flow as needed.
• Understanding and support of Dakotaland Manufacturing policies and procedures.
• Safety conscious behavior.
• Must be forklift certified.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Wear a fit-tested respirator if required.

Will work in a fast paced industrial environment wearing hearing protection, vision protection, steel-toed shoes and other appropriate protective cloth.

Normal memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.

COMPETENCIES

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason.
• Communication and Teamwork - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Motivation -Sets and achieves goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Time Management - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to handle frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.