Tube Laser Fabrication Specialist

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking a Laser/Plasma Operator responsible for setting up metal fabrication equipment and operating laser, plasma, and CNC machinery to meet engineering and customer specifications.

You will read blueprints, perform routine maintenance, and conduct quality control inspections of finished parts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role requires accurate measurement skills and strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic math and read measurements.
• 2+ years of Laser or Plasma Operator experience.
• Willingness to work overtime and promote safety.
• Forklift experience preferred (6 months).
• Able to read tape measures and blueprints.
• CNC, Laser and Plasma operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up metal fabricating equipment as needed.
• Operate laser/plasma/CNC machinery according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Conduct quality control inspections on finished products.
• Record production data in software.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Support ISO-related quality processes.

Skills

Good communication

Mathematical ability

Teamwork

Blueprint reading

Ability to work under pressure

Self-motivated

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC machinery

Laser equipment

Plasma equipment

Calipers/Micrometers

Tape measure

Job description

Summary The Tube LaserOperatorperforms advanced production activities requiring a demonstrated high levelof skill and proficiency in material handling, production processes andmultiple machine operation acquired through extended experience and trianing. JobResponsibilities Sets up metalfabricating equipment as needed. Performs metalfabricating duties using tools (scales, hand tools, calipers,micrometers, etc.) to include: ensuring traceablematerial is being used selectingappropriate cutting equipment hand workinghoneycomb materials assembling sheetmetal materials Operates metalfabricating equipment each day according to engineering/customerspecifications and requirements. Reads and interpretsblueprints. Monitors equipmentand performs routine maintenance as needed. Applies knowledge ofassembly to perform sheet metal fabrication. Applies knowledge ofproper chemical usage, and disposes of all chemicals in a safe andproper manner in accordance with company policy. Maintains a cleanwork area on a daily basis. Performs qualitycontrol inspections on finished product; for ISO-certified locations Records ordersaccordingly on software. WORKSITUATIONS: Variety of duties - work in situations thatinvolve frequent changes of tasks using different techniques,procedures, or degrees of attentiveness without loss of efficiency orcomposure. Dealing with people - work situations thatinvolve interpersonal relationships in a job setting beyond giving andreceiving work instructions. Making judgments and decisions - work situationsthat involve solving problems, making evaluations, or reachingconclusions based on subjective or objective criteria, such as the fivesenses, knowledge, past experiences, or factual data. Speaking/signaling - talking with or signalingpeople to convey or exchange information. Driving/operating - starting, stopping andcontrolling the actions of machines or equipment for which a course mustbe steered, or which must be guided, to control the movement of thingsor people.

Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Good communication (written and verbal) skillsand the ability to speak read and write Basic English. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Must be a self-motivated, dependable, teamoriented person with a positive Can Do attitude who can be effectiveunder pressure. Ability to work as a team with other personnelassigned to the job 2+ years of Operator experience - Laser orPlasma Operator Willingness to work overtime. Participate in insuring a safe work environmentthrough promoting all company safety policies. Ability to bepatient, calm and helpful with internal and external customers toresolve issues in a constructive manner. 6 months Forklift Driver experience preferred,but not required High School Diploma/GED is preferred, but notrequired Ability to comprehend and implement oralinstructions quickly. Ability to perform mathematical calculations andto comprehend measurements Good eyesight or wear corrective lenses asseeing is essential to the job. Applicant must be able to have clearvision at 20 feet or more and have good depth perception to judgedistance and space relationships. Ability to read a tape measure. Knowledge of compass directions. CNC experience Laser operator experience Plasma operator experience