What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laser Operators FIRST and SECOND Shift position at O'Neal Steel?
Description
Key Responsibilities- Program and operate computerized laser cutting and punching equipment to produce parts per customer requirements- Inspect parts per blueprints to ensure adherence to customer requirements and detect any errors or machine malfunctions- Utilize measuring tools such as calipers, protractors, and tape measures to maintain tight tolerances- Perform minor maintenance and adjustments to keep CNC machines running smoothly- Participate in daily production meetings as required- Suggest and implement cost-saving process improvements- Interact with the Quality Department to uphold high standards- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment- Assist with ordering supplies for your department- Quickly respond to machine breakdowns and follow lock-out/tag-out procedures- Foster a spirit of cooperation and teamwork within your work group and across the company- Report any safety or policy violations to the Plant Manager- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications- 3 to 5 years of experience programming and operating computerized equipment to produce quality parts per customer specifications Ability to read and interpret blueprints- Mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills- Proficiency in using measuring instruments to produce parts within tight tolerances- Capable of converting between standard and metric measurements- Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills- High School graduate or GED
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements- Able to stand for 2 to 3 hours continuously and occasionally sit, walk, climb, bend, and stoop- Capable of repeatedly reaching and grasping cut parts throughout the day- Regularly lifts 45 lbs minimum, up to 60 lbs independently, and up to 120 lbs with assistance- Possesses close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception- Able to communicate verbally
Work Environment- Exposure to dirt, dust, noise, heat, cold, solvents, and electrical energy- Works around machinery with moving parts and mobile vehicles- Collaborates closely with team members- Some overtime may be required based on business needs
Benefits- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 80% of costs covered by the company- Security: Long-term and short-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance, and additional employee life insurance options- Supplemental Coverage: Critical illness and accident insurance- Growth Opportunities: Potential for advancement within Skilcraft and across our broader ONI family of companies- Culture of Excellence: Join a team dedicated to organizational excellence, continual employee development, and sustainable manufacturing processes
About Skilcraft
From precision aerospace components to life-saving medical devices, Skilcraft has been at the forefront of complex metal fabrication for over six decades. Our Northern Kentucky roots run deep, but our impact reaches far beyond - powering industries, advancing technology, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
We're not just metalworkers; we're problem solvers, innovators, and partners to some of the most demanding industries in the world. Our team thrives on challenges, turning seemingly impossible specifications into reality through a combination of cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned American craftsmanship.
At Skilcraft, we're building more than just metal components - we're crafting the future. Our team is passionate about making a real difference and never settles for "good enough" as we build a legacy of excellence.
Equal Opportunity EmployerSkilcraft is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Key Responsibilities- Program and operate computerized laser cutting and punching equipment to produce parts per customer requirements- Inspect parts per blueprints to ensure adherence to customer requirements and detect any errors or machine malfunctions- Utilize measuring tools such as calipers, protractors, and tape measures to maintain tight tolerances- Perform minor maintenance and adjustments to keep CNC machines running smoothly- Participate in daily production meetings as required- Suggest and implement cost-saving process improvements- Interact with the Quality Department to uphold high standards- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment- Assist with ordering supplies for your department- Quickly respond to machine breakdowns and follow lock-out/tag-out procedures- Foster a spirit of cooperation and teamwork within your work group and across the company- Report any safety or policy violations to the Plant Manager- Perform other related duties as assigned
Required Qualifications- 3 to 5 years of experience programming and operating computerized equipment to produce quality parts per customer specifications Ability to read and interpret blueprints- Mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills- Proficiency in using measuring instruments to produce parts within tight tolerances- Capable of converting between standard and metric measurements- Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills- High School graduate or GED
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 to 5 years of experience programming and operating computerized equipment to produce quality parts per customer specifications Ability to read and interpret- Vocational or trade school certification in a relevant field- Experience operating TRUMPF machines
Physical Requirements- Able to stand for 2 to 3 hours continuously and occasionally sit, walk, climb, bend, and stoop- Capable of repeatedly reaching and grasping cut parts throughout the day- Regularly lifts 45 lbs minimum, up to 60 lbs independently, and up to 120 lbs with assistance- Possesses close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception- Able to communicate verbally
Work Environment- Exposure to dirt, dust, noise, heat, cold, solvents, and electrical energy- Works around machinery with moving parts and mobile vehicles- Collaborates closely with team members- Some overtime may be required based on business needs
Benefits- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with 80% of costs covered by the company- Security: Long-term and short-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance, and additional employee life insurance options- Supplemental Coverage: Critical illness and accident insurance- Growth Opportunities: Potential for advancement within Skilcraft and across our broader ONI family of companies- Culture of Excellence: Join a team dedicated to organizational excellence, continual employee development, and sustainable manufacturing processes
About Skilcraft
From precision aerospace components to life-saving medical devices, Skilcraft has been at the forefront of complex metal fabrication for over six decades. Our Northern Kentucky roots run deep, but our impact reaches far beyond - powering industries, advancing technology, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
We're not just metalworkers; we're problem solvers, innovators, and partners to some of the most demanding industries in the world. Our team thrives on challenges, turning seemingly impossible specifications into reality through a combination of cutting-edge technology and old-fashioned American craftsmanship.
At Skilcraft, we're building more than just metal components - we're crafting the future. Our team is passionate about making a real difference and never settles for "good enough" as we build a legacy of excellence.
Equal Opportunity EmployerSkilcraft is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
