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Fabrication Laser Operator

Weekend Shift 

Friday - Sunday 6:00am -6:00pm 

Company Profile

80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 22 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including Loadall telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and Fastrac tractors.

JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name.

Position Purpose

This position is responsible for performing laser operations and activities involved in the production of equipment that is manufactured at the JCB North America. 

Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Perform typical laser cutting operations
• Select proper cutting programs, and proper fixtures
• Establish proper stop location, adjust laser beam focal point
• Make proper set-ups for cutting operations. Perform some machine alignment procedures and optic cleaning to keep equipment at peak operating performance. Including Tape Shots and lens maintenance.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of cutting equipment and work area in accordance with company standards and manufactures machine recommendations
• Perform all dimensional inspections
• Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to Team Lead and/or Group Lead

• Chart machine performance and administer routine checks/maintenance

• Preparing raw materials for production

• Apply Problem Solving Tools and Techniques to assist Fabrication in the elimination of defects

• May perform a variety of other tasks as production needs require

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma

• Certificate in Laser technology from accredited Tech School or Training School

• 2 years of laser operator experience
• Five years of experience in manufacturing environment

• Must pass any drug screens, background checks and any pre-employments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment manufacturing
• Lift, carry, push and or pull 1 – 50 lbs. frequently

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Detail oriented
• Multitask while maintaining a sense of urgency
• Flexibility with work activities
• Ability to operate bending presses, lasers and various hand tools
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment as required

Job Conditions       

• Manufacturing/factory environment
• Subject to noise and temperature changes

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to work flexible schedule, including but not limited to 12-hour shifts/7 days a week.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities.  These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
• Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
• Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
• Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.

JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our website at https://www.jcb.com/en-gb/about/careers.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.