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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Summit Truck Bodies, a division of Transwest, is looking for a Laser operator for our manufacturing facility in Wathena Kansas. We are expanding and looking to add a laser operator to our team.
WE OFFER A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE FOR BENEFITS ELIGIBLE EMPLOYEES INCLUDING:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance
- 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution
- HSA and/or FSA, as applicable
- Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
- Employee Car Discount Program
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sets up, adjusts and operates Fiber Laser.
- Required to read and interpret detailed instructions to produce the desired form.
- Verifies conformance of work piece to specifications, using square, measuring tape, and angle finder.
- Documents actions by completing production and quality forms.
- Maintains a clean and safe work area, maintains and wears all required personal protective safety equipment.
- Participates in all continuous improvement programs by offering suggestions and exhibiting initiative in areas within direct control.
- Other duties as assigned by the manager.
Requirements
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
- Requires prolonged standing, bending, stooping and stretching.
- Requires lifting up to 75 pounds frequently.
- Requires working in areas which are not ventilated or air-conditioned.
- Requires eye-hand coordination sufficient to operate machinery such as a forklift.
- Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting, manual and finger dexterity.
- Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
- Requires working in a fast paced environment.
- Requires a normal range of hearing and vision.
- Must understand vague and implicit instructions, and react favorably in all work situations.
- Must be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people.
- Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Driver's License with an MVR in good standing.
- Must have basic knowledge and understanding of fabrication machines and tools.
- Ability to efficiently use various hand and power tools.
- Ability to read gauges and other measurement tools.
- Ability to do simple math calculations.
- Keen attention to detail is required.
- Ability to work with multiple priorities and constant interruptions.
- Basic communication skills, both written and oral.
- Ability to operate a forklift and overhead crane.
- Ability to successfully pass a General Abilities Assessment and Post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.