Laser Operator

Laser Operator

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs tasks such as laser, plasma or waterjet operation and assisting other employees as assigned
• Periodically reviews their work with the Lead Man or Shop Supervisor to ensure they are performing the job correctly and that quality requirements are maintained
• Seeks to understand correct setup and operation of all machinery to which they are assigned
• Maintains clean and safe working areas (including any other area in which they may be working)
• Follows all safety rules and positively encourages others to follow correct procedures and maintain a safe working environment
• May go to the tool room attendant to obtain the correct consumables and tools if assigned by lead man; maintains all tools and consumables to extend their working life
• Gives job lead feedback as to conditions or issues that will impact the job
• Seeks to be as knowledgeable as possible of all shop machinery and tools
• Seeks to be as knowledgeable as possible with fabrication processes, metal alloys and properties and relates that knowledge to assigned jobs
• Seeks to understand blueprints and part layouts, but always works with the project lead to ensure accuracy of part dimensions and requirements
• Looks for ways to increase efficiency and quality in their work while following correct procedures as required
• May be required to perform field work as necessary
• Maintains the confidentiality of customer and Samuel’s proprietary information

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• Previous CNC operation 2 to 3 years’ machine operation preferred but not necessary
• Strong familiarity with laser, plasma or waterjet equipment and techniques

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting to 50lbs
• Handling and moving objects; using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials
• Must be able to stand, squat, bend, crawl, reach
• Use of a jib crane, grinders, forklift, and other tools/equipment needed for the job at hand

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing environment:
  May be exposed to loud noises, changing temperatures, machinery with moving parts, and exotic materials

ITAR Responsibilities:

• Adhere to and abide by all ITAR-specific job standards and training; protect and properly safeguard ITAR-sensitive information and work product
• Ensure dissemination or disclosure of and access to “protected data” occurs only with those trained and approved for exposure to ITAR content
• Immediately notify Supervisor/Manager, Human Resources, Legal (email: ) or the Samuel Ethics Alert Hotline of known or suspected unauthorized disclosure, release of or access to protected ITAR content

Safety Sensitive:

This is a Safety Sensitive position: A Safety Sensitive position is a job or position where the employee holds responsibility for his/her own safety or other people's safety. It would be particularly dangerous if such an employee uses drugs or alcohol while on the job. An employee must be clear‑minded and diligent while occupying such positions. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Manufacturing

Tucson, AZ