Precision Fabrication Operator – Laser & Forming

Lou-Rich Inc.; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lou-Rich Inc. is seeking a skilled machinist/operator to set up, operate and assist others on metal fabrication machines, including laser, saws and forming presses. You will read blueprints, monitor quality with inspection gauges, and maintain efficient production processes.

Responsibilities include handling large parts with senior operators, using common fabrication shop equipment, keeping the work area safe and orderly, and maintaining good attendance. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of advanced shop mathematics, inspections processes, and precision measuring instruments.
• Requires a passing pre-employment screening, including a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, drawings, specifications and shop orders for all manufactured parts. i.e., dimensions, tolerances, inspection, number of parts to be manufactured.
• Use machine controls to cycle machine through; production operations, set-up, adjusting stop positions, and changing tooling. Review machine operating criteria such as cycle time and packaging.
• Perform first piece sample inspection according to the operation control plan. By utilizing qualified measuring devices, the operator monitors the part dimensions through continuous checking of part features.
• Assist upper-level operators to handle large parts and to produce production parts to spec.
• Operates all common fabrication shop equipment and hand tools skillfully.
• Keep work area clean and maintaining the workplace in a safe and orderly manner.
• Maintain a highly acceptable level of attendance

Skills

Blueprint reading

Machine setup

Quality inspection

First piece inspection

Safety

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laser cutter

Band saw

Forming press

Inspection gauges

Job description

Lou-Rich Inc. is seeking a skilled machinist/operator to set up, operate and assist others on metal fabrication machines, including laser, saws and forming presses. You will read blueprints, monitor quality with inspection gauges, and maintain efficient production processes.

Responsibilities include handling large parts with senior operators, using common fabrication shop equipment, keeping the work area safe and orderly, and maintaining good attendance. A high school diploma or GED is required.