Laser Operator - 1st Shift

ONE MEC ONE MISSION!

MEC has been named the largest metal fabricator in the nation for 14 years running… and our mission is to stay at the top! MEC is a continually growing metal fabricator that’s been around for 80 years. We got to the top by empowering our team members to do what’s right for our customers, while providing state-of-the-art equipment and growth opportunities for those that aspire to do more!

We’re looking for candidates that exhibit a strong work ethic, dependability and who also believe in our company values.

Why Should you Apply at MEC?

• 4 - 10 hour Shifts, M-Th (OT available)
• Competitive Wages
• Quarterly Bonuses
• State of the art equipment/machines
• 401K Match
• On Site Health Center 
• Benefits starting after only 30 days
• Continuous Learning Opportunities
• Paid skilled trades boot camps

What you will be doing as a Laser Operator:

• Reads job order to determine machine programming requirements.
• Sets up machine parameters and power settings.
• Calls up part number from computer to program machine.
• Puts steel into machine to cut part.
• Checks to print using various measuring devices to determine accuracy of part.
• Perform part verifications.
• Performs routine machine maintenance.
• Performs simple laser programming.
• Troubleshoots problems and adjusts machine as necessary to correct.
• Assist Steel Shed Coordinator with unloading & receiving material as well as ordering
• Instruct laser take off operators.
• Assists with scheduling of nests.
• Schedules machine maintenance with Maintenance Department.
• Cross train Laser take-off and Laser Operator II employees as assigned by Supervisor.
• All Other Duties as assigned

What it takes to be a Laser Operator with MEC:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or two to three years related experience
• Computer understanding
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to train and work with others (Team Concept).
• Reliability