Fabrication Laser Operator

Are you looking for a job that offers career growth and an opportunity to be part of innovative advances in manufacturing? JCB North America is looking for talented and ambitious laser operators to join our Fabrication Team!

JCB is one of the top three construction equipment manufacturers in the world and a leader in setting trends for design and machine durability. With more than 75 years in business, we offer job stability, mentoring, and growth! We are incredibly proud to build construction equipment found on jobsites across the USA, including agricultural equipment that aids our farmers and military equipment to support and protect our service men and women around the globe!

Position Purpose

This position is responsible for performing laser operations in support of producing machines manufactured at JCB North America. 

Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Perform typical laser cutting operations
• Select proper cutting programs, and proper fixtures
• Establish proper stop location, adjust laser beam focal point
• Properly set-up for cutting operations. Perform some machine alignment procedures and optic cleaning to keep equipment at peak operating performance, including Tape Shots and lens maintenance.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of cutting equipment and work area in accordance with company standards and manufactures machine recommendations
• Perform all dimensional inspections
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to Team Lead and/or Group Lead

• Chart machine performance and administer routine checks/maintenance

• Preparing raw materials for production

• Apply Problem Solving Tools and Techniques to assist Fabrication in the elimination of defects

• May perform a variety of other tasks as production needs require

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma

• Certificate in Laser technology from accredited Tech School or Training School

• 2- 5 years of laser operator experience
• Five years’ experience in manufacturing environment

• Must pass any drug screens, background checks and any pre-employments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment manufacturing
• Lift, carry, push and or pull 1 – 50 lbs frequently

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented
• Multitask while maintaining a sense of urgency
• Flexibility with work activities
• Ability to operate bending presses, lasers, and various hand tools
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment as required

Job Conditions       

• Manufacturing/factory environment
• Subject to noise and temperature changes

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described below must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including, but not limited to, 12-hour shifts/7 days a week.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities.  These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
• Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
• Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
• Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot and cold temperatures, and dusty environment.

JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED