Laser Machine Operator

We are happy to be working on behalf of one of our very busy clients. They are actively looking for a Laser Machine Operator. If you have the skills and looking to work send over your CV NOW

Please see below the job description for this permanent position.

Laser cut parts from metal sheet and plate. Load program created from the Cad/Cam programmers into the machine, check material and data is correct to job sheet and drawing. Locate required material and transport to machine with forklift then load onto machine cutting table using the vacuum lifter / automation. Check first off for approval and check parts at regular intervals. When all parts cut, remove parts from machine, stack on pallet / trolley and transport to next operation. Make sure machine is in good running order at all times and conduct basic maintenance to keep walkways clear and safe for other staff. Make sure health and safety procedures are followed at all times.

Key areas:

Weighting

Prepare machine 10%

Load program to run production 10%

Remove finished product when done 20%

Quality Control 60%

Core Behavioral Competencies

Good time-keeping at shift changes

Attention to detail

Methodical

Cope with pressure

Consistent

Knowledge/ Experience Required

Working of metals and other materials

Processes of laser cutting

Safe handling of large/heavy materials

Skills Required

• Technical skills
• Ability to identify practical solutions
• Accuracy and speed
• Work ethic

Educational/ Qualifications Required

• Engineering apprenticeship / college based qualification
• Fork lift drivers license
• Manual Handling knowledge
• Other tertiary qualification an advantage (technical)

KPA

• Prepare machine

Tasks

• Ensure Machine bed is clear and flat Check health & safety procedures
• Locate materials
• Remove materials from racking
• Load onto machine using vacuum lifter / automation

Load program and run production

• Correctly identify software and locate on server
• Load program into machine

Remove Materials

• Remove components and scrap
• Discard scrap in the skip (H&S)

Quality Control

• Once machine has been prepared and loaded with material, check first-off
• Stop run to check dimensions and quality is correct during each job
• If need be, make necessary adjustments
• Allow machine to commence
• Once production is done – during unloading use visual checks to ensure undamaged parts
• Once complete, parts needs to go to next operation