Laser Operator

• Setting and operating CNC Laser Cutting Machines
• Safely using overhead cranes to load and unload plate steel from machines
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as cutting speed, focal position, gas pressure etc…
• Select and set up lenses and Nozzles based on material type and thickness, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal performance of the equipment
• Inspection, maintenance and setting of cutting head components in order to achieve the best quality components
• Understand and interpret engineering drawings to verify conformance of machined part dimensions.
• Using gauges and measuring equipment to verify dimensions of parts produced.
• Safely using hand tools to remove burrs and finish machined components
• Maintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
• following manufacturer's instructions
• troubleshooting malfunctions
• calling for repairs.
• Conferring with engineers, production personnel, programmers or others to resolve machining problems.
• Maintaining continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Keep work area clean and organised
• Contribute to the improvement of the work area by submitting ideas using a CI process

• Good communication Skills
• Familiarity with hand tools and engineering equipment
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, engineering drawings, manuals
• Knowledge of 5S and lean principles
• Ability to work with mathematical problems and deal with a variety of variables
• Experience of working with CNC laser cutting tools

• Time Served in a relevant Engineering Discipline
• Relevant experience in similar role
• Experience of operating Trumpf and Bystronic Laser cutting machines
• Some experience of automation systems would be advantageous

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