Laser Cutting Operator

Job Descriptions:

1. Sets up, operates, or tends machines that cut or slice metal materials.
2. Examines, measures, and weighs materials or products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring devices, such as rulers, micrometers, or scales.
3. Reviews work orders, specifications, or job samples to determine components, settings, and adjustments for cutting and slicing machines.
4. Presses buttons, pulls levers, or depresses pedals to start and operate cutting and slicing machines.
5. Starts machines to verify setups, and makes any necessary adjustments.
6. Feeds stock into cutting machines,
7. Stacks and sorts cut material for packaging, further processing, or shipping, according to types and sizes of material.
8. Monitors operation of cutting or slicing machines to detect malfunctions or to determine whether supplies need replenishment.
9. Removes completed materials or products from cutting or slicing machines, and stacks or stores them for additional processing.
10. Adjusts machine controls to alter position, alignment, speed, or pressure.

Job Conditions:

1. You would often handle loads up to 5kg., sometimes up to 10kg.
2. You will need to use protective items such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves.
3. You will need to adhere to safety rules when using laser cutting machine and lifting equipment