Laser Operator - 2nd Shift (Training Provided)

Specific Role: The Laser Operator plays a key role in EMIT's Material Processing Division and is responsible for the safe, efficient, and accurate operation of multiple laser and combination-processing machines, including the 3040 CO2 laser, 3040 fiber laser, Trumatic punch/laser combination machine, and tube laser. This role executes the daily production schedule across assigned equipment, maintains cut and punch quality to specification, manages denesting, labeling, staging, and D365 order tracking, and keeps each machine and work area clean, safe, and production-ready. The operator must understand the unique material, tooling, parameter, and quality requirements of each machine and be capable of transitioning between equipment as production priorities require. Key Accountabilities: Production Execution Operate assigned laser equipment, including the 3040 CO2, 3040 fiber, Trumatic punch/laser combination machine, and tube laser, according to the daily production schedule. Load and unload sheet material, tube, and structural profiles safely and efficiently to maintain continuous machine utilization. Run assigned jobs in the correct sequence and complete work orders within the expected shift timeframe. Monitor machine performance during cutting and punching operations and make appropriate adjustments to power, speed, focus, assist gas, rotation, tooling, or other approved parameters based on the machine and material being processed. For Trumatic operations, monitor tooling and programs and communicate tooling wear, replacement needs, or machine faults before production or quality is impacted. Communicate material shortages, schedule concerns, machine faults, tooling issues, or production delays to the lead or Production Manager promptly. Transition between laser systems as production priorities require while maintaining safe setup and operating practices. Quality Assurance Inspect finished parts against drawings, job specifications, and work instructions for dimensional accuracy, cut quality, edge condition, burr, dross, burn, surface condition, punch quality, form, cut angle, cope quality, and other applicable requirements. Apply machine-specific quality standards for thin and precision sheet on the 3040 fiber, sheet cutting on the 3040 CO2, punched and laser-cut parts on the Trumatic, and three-dimensional tube/profile features on the tube laser. Identify, segregate, and clearly communicate non-conforming parts immediately before they move downstream. Adjust approved machine parameters and tooling as needed to maintain quality across varying material types, thicknesses, wall thicknesses, profiles, and geometries. Monitor material condition, tooling wear, nozzle condition, beam alignment, and other machine-specific factors that may affect quality or performance. Communicate recurring defects, material inconsistencies, or quality patterns to the lead or Production Manager for corrective action or root-cause…