Laser Setup Operator- 2nd Shift

STAR INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS; Smithville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

STAR INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS is seeking an entry-level Fabrication Operator to join our Tennessee facility. You will work with various machines, including NC punch presses and laser cutting, while ensuring parts are properly staged and tracked throughout the process.

You will load and unload parts, perform quality checks, read engineering prints, and document procedures. The role requires teamwork, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proficiency with computers and bar-coding to track parts, routings, job orders and pick lists.
• Good communication with plant personnel.
• Basic math and ability to complete paperwork.
• Ability to read work orders, prints and assembly instructions.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate parts per engineering specifications and ensure parts are accounted for and staged for next operation.
• Set up and operate machines including NC punch presses and laser; perform debur and other assigned tasks safely and with quality.
• Monitor and respond to auditory and visual cues for requests.
• Minimize downtime by assisting with changeovers and moving tables/materials as needed.
• Load/unload parts into machines and equipment.
• Perform quality and appearance checks on finished parts.
• Ensure test procedures are performed and parts meet engineering requirements.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Communication

Math skills

Reading prints

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

NC punch presses

Laser cutter

Debur machine

Shear

Job description

Description

• Responsible for the fabrication of various parts according to engineering specifications and insure that all necessary parts are accounted for and properly staged for the next operation.
• The employee must be able to set up and operate different machines including N.C. controlled punch presses, laser, debur machine, occasional shear and other assigned machines in a safety and quality driven manner.
• Must be able to see and hear adequately to respond to auditory and visual requests.
• Minimize downtime of the fabricating equipment by assisting with change overs of equipment by moving tables, materials, etc. Read work orders and prints.
• Load and unload the parts into the machines and equipment.
• Perform quality checks and appearance checks of the finished unit or part.
• Responsible for insuring all test procedures are being performed and insure part is made properly, according to engineering requirements.
• Responsible for all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Ability to utilize computers/bar-coding to track parts, routings, job orders, and pick lists.
• Ability to communicate with all plant personnel.
• Ability to do basic math and complete necessary paperwork.
• Ability to read work orders prints and assembly instructions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs, Bend, stoop, twist, walk, stand for extended periods of time