Laser Operator

Job Title:

Laser Operator

Location:

Fall River, WI

Job Type:

Full Time

Shift:

1st Shift - Monday to Thursday; 10 Hour Shifts

About Us:

EK, based in Fall River, WI, is a fast-growing manufacturing company with over 50 years of experience in machining, fabrication, welding, powder coating, and power products. We operate four state-of-the-art plants, giving us the capacity and flexibility to serve a wide range of industries. We're proud to be a family-oriented company where every team member matters. At EK, you'll find a supportive environment, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology.

Join us and be part of a team that values quality, integrity, and community-while helping shape the future of manufacturing.

Benefits:

* Health Insurance

* Dental Insurance

* Vision Insurance

* 401K with company match

* 6 Paid Holidays

* Birthday Off Paid

* Vacation - two weeks in your FIRST year!

* Paid Parental Leave

* Incentive Program.

* And much more!

Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Laser Operator to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate has experience operating laser cutting equipment, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to quality and safety. If you enjoy hands?on work in a fast?paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

* Read and interpret blueprints

* Determines gas type, nozzle size, and focus of lens based on material type and thickness.

* Sets up, adjusts, and operates a computer-controlled laser cutting machine.

* Makes adjustments as needed

* Creates inspection sheets

* Inspects parts using precision measuring equipment and documents inspection data

* Performs daily and weekly maintenance as it relates to laser cutting equipment

* Programs using priority dispatch

* Cleans and organizes work area

* Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

* High School Diploma or GED required; technical certificate or 6+ months related experience preferred.

* Able to read and understand basic instructions, memos, and manuals.

* Able to write simple correspondence and communicate effectively with team members.

* Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages.

* Strong common?sense reasoning; able to follow written, verbal, or diagrammed instructions.

* Able to troubleshoot routine problems using standard procedures.

Physical Requirements

* Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms

* Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl

* Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. regularly and up to 50 lbs. occasionally

* Visual abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Work Environment

* Exposure to moving mechanical parts

* Exposure to fumes or airborne particles

* Noise level is usually moderate

* All required PPE must be worn in designated areas; Safety is our top priority!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce.