Laser Operator

About JMS

Our passion is our people and the positive impact they make.

Since being established in 1962, Jim Myers & Sons, Inc (JMS) has become one of the nation's leading designers and manufacturers of water and water treatment equipment and systems. This success is the result of our employees' diverse technical and business expertise, which fuels collaboration and ongoing innovation. We use equal parts innovation, quality, and reliability to create comprehensive, solution driven product offerings for our customers. Learn more about us at www.jmsequipment.com.

Why join the JMS team?

• Family owned and oriented workplace
• Work and collaborate with a small team who has become one of the best in the industry
• Use industry-leading technology and the best tools available to ensure success
• Working in a stable industry with strong growth potential
  

We are proud to offer:

• Competitive base salary
• Bonus opportunities
• Company paid medical
• Dental and life insurance
• 401K
• Excellent training
• Great family work environment
• Paid vacation and holiday

The Laser Operator is a part of the Manufacturing Team and is responsible for the set-up and operation of the CNC fiber laser in order to produce the highest quality products to meet customer requirements.

Responsibilities include

• Operating and processing parts effectively and efficiently according to print and traveler requirements
• Monitoring machine cutting performance and utilization
• Understanding of machine setup and shut down including program retrieval, proper gases, proper nozzles, and materials
• Safely operating overhead crane, forklift, calipers, grinders, and other hand tools required for the job
• Diagnosing machining problems while performing jobs, making modifications as needed.
• Checking quality of product machined and notify supervisor of process issues
• Performing operator maintenance and/or housekeeping per established schedules
• Adhering to all JMS safety procedures and regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of 1 year of laser operation experience in a manufacturing environment
• Requires use of basic math to analyze information and measuring equipment – working with close tolerances
• Ability to work safely and efficiently
• Ability to work in a team and independently
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instruction and written processes
• Knowledge of sheet metal thicknesses and material types
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs – moving product off table throughout the shift
• Reliable attendance and ability to work flexible work hours (standard shift 5:00am – 3:30pm, M-Th. (Friday and Saturday OT as required)

Desired Experience and Skills

• Proficiency with nesting software – preferably ProNest
• Experience with ERP system – preferably Epicor

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Jim Myers & Sons, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer