Position Title: Laser Operator

Department: Production

Location: Winterset, IA

Status: Full Time, Benefits Eligible (Four Weeks PTO Offering)

Shifts: First Shift Position - 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. M-R, Friday's will be OT based on business need.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Laser operators will provide our customers high quality cut parts by operating and maintaining tube laser-cutting machines.

WHY GRIP-TITE MANUFACTURING CO.?

Grip-Tite Manufacturing Co. offers a challenging environment, competitive benefits, and a culture that promotes growth, along with celebrating success. Here at Grip-Tite we realize that our greatest assets are our employees, and we are committed to developing and promoting our talented individuals to support our future leadership needs.

FOCUS:

· Fabricates high quality parts by performing laser set up, loading / unloading steel, and ensuring the equipment is operating as it should per the SOP.

· Cuts an array of customer parts in various shapes, sizes, and thickness.

· Ensures that all finished parts are checked to Grip-Tite standards.

· Troubleshoots lasers for common alarms, error codes, and ensures they are running at optimal efficiency. Adjusts machine settings as necessary to ensure quality parts are produced.

· Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area, complying with safety standards.

· Notifies supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

· High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

· Machining experience is preferred - lasers, tube lasers, and/or other CNC equipment.

· Must have a strong understanding of blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.

· Solid troubleshooting experience and problem-solving skill.

· Good team member who communicates well.

· Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to ensure quality and production goals are met.

· Prior experience using an overhead crane is desired.

· Experience of accurately reading tape measures, micrometers and calipers.

EDUCATION:

· Completion of a formal apprenticeship or proven work experience in machining is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching repetitively with the ability to be mobile throughout required work areas. The employee may frequently lift and/or move items up to 75 lbs. with assistance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· Uphold the Grip-Tite Manufacturing Co. Core Values

· Team player

· Self-motivated with a strong work ethic

· Organized

· Must be able to handle deadlines.

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be expected to work inside a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to changing temperatures (hot, cold, humid), moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes, chemicals, and loud noises. The noise level in the work environment can be loud; vibration levels are moderate.

COMPENSATION:

· Competitive Hourly Pay – starting at $20 per hour, based on experience, certification and shift.

· Overtime may be required.

· Ongoing training, and professional development opportunities.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING:

External hiring into this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Grip-Tite Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.