Laser Operator

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Key Technology - Walla Walla, WA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $18.63 - $22.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Manufacturing

Description

Are you looking for a great place to work? Key Technology in Walla Walla, WA is a worldwide leader in food processing technology. As a global industrial manufacturing company, our ongoing innovations provide increased control, continuous processing, sorting, automated inspection, specialized conveying, and grading and sizing, in processed fruits and vegetables, nuts, dried fruit, fresh-cut produce and more.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Operates CNC Laser cutting machinery to fabricate metal parts from sheet stock

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• At all times ensures safety is the top priority while performing any part of the job.

• Follows Supervisor instructions.

• Reads job specifications to determine the correct machine adjustments and material requirements.

• Utilizes forklifts and overhead lifting devices to load and align raw material on laser bed.

• Loads pre-developed programs into controller.

• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions.

• Monitors cutting process and adjusts machine settings to meet quality and quantity standards.

• Removes laser cut parts from the laser bed and place them on carts and/or pallets.

• Promptly contacts Supervisor or Lead if any problems with material or equipment arise.

• Reads and comprehends basic blueprints.

• Safely operates hand tools such as grinders, bevel mills, drills, etc.

• Consistently performs laser clean up duties including emptying trays.

• Identifies the next nest to be run.

• Obtain and maintain forklift certification.

• Opens programs and performs restarts as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six to twelve months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Why Work at Key?

Key Technology offers a competitive benefits package for all full-time employees, including the following:

• Medical coverage through your choice of a high deductible health plan or a PPO plan. All plans include prescription drug coverage

• Flexible spending accounts, when allowed by tax laws

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA), when allowed by tax laws. Our HSA includes a 2x match, up to $1,000 annually

• Dental and Vision Coverage

• Paid life insurance and disability insurance, and options to purchase additional coverage

• Paid Maternity Leave

• Optional coverages include Long-term Care, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance

• 401k plan with a 100% match on the first 3% of employee contributions, and 50% on the next 2% of contributions (4% match if you contribute 5% of pay)

• Educational Assistance reimbursement

• Accrued paid time off (PTO)

• 10 paid holidays annually

All candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background and reference check.

Qualifications