Precision Laser Operator — Apprentice Path to Mastery

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc; Reedley (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Registered apprenticeship

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc. is seeking a Laser Operator in California to safely and efficiently run laser cutting machines, manage material types, sizes, and nesting.

This entry will join Excelsior, Ryerson family of companies, with focus on quality and efficiency. Responsibilities include prioritizing laser schedules, adjusting parameters, maintaining equipment, and ensuring QA of own and peers’ work. Apprenticeship onboarding is provided and the role offers a clear path for development in a

Qualifications

• Must pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspection & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of material types, thickness, grades and machine flow.
• Ability to adjust laser parameters and nesting programs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser cutting machines safely and efficiently according to schedule.
• Set up material type, size and thickness to maximize yield.
• Modify programs, parameters and nesting for safe paths and minimal waste.
• Provide backup coverage for breaks and absences of other laser operators.
• Conduct routine machine maintenance and coordinate with manufacturers as needed.
• Maintain QA records and complete documentation for work orders.

Skills

Reading & math

Inspection & measurement

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multitasking

Material knowledge

Machining parameters

Machine maintenance

Education

Apprenticeship program enrollment

Tools

Laser cutting machines

Job description

Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc. is seeking a Laser Operator in California to safely and efficiently run laser cutting machines, manage material types, sizes, and nesting.

This entry will join Excelsior, Ryerson family of companies, with focus on quality and efficiency. Responsibilities include prioritizing laser schedules, adjusting parameters, maintaining equipment, and ensuring QA of own and peers’ work. Apprenticeship onboarding is provided and the role offers a clear path for development in a