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Key Technology

Laser Operator

Key Technology, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Job Details

Level : Entry

Job Location : Key Technology - Walla Walla, WA

Position Type : Full Time

Education Level : High School

Salary Range : $18.40 - $20.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage : None

Job Shift : Swing

Job Category : Entry Level

Description*All candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background and reference check.Key Technology in Walla Walla, WA is a worldwide leader in food processing technology. As a global industrial manufacturing company, our ongoing innovations provide increased control, continuous processing, sorting, automated inspection, specialized conveying, and grading and sizing, in processed fruits and vegetables, nuts, dried fruit, fresh-cut produce and more.We are looking for a Laser Operator to join the production team on swing shift! Swing Shift offers a 4-day work week schedule and a shift differential equal to 15% additional pay!Summary:The

Laser Operator 1

will operate CNC laser cutting machines to fabricate metals parts from sheet stock.Essential Responsibilities:• At all times ensures safety is the top priority while performing any part of the job.• Follows Supervisor instructions.• Reads job specifications to determine the correct machine adjustments and material requirements.• Utilizes forklifts and overhead lifting devices to load and align raw material on laser bed.• Loads pre-developed programs into controller.• Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunctions.• Monitors cutting process and adjusts machine settings to meet quality and quantity standards.• Removes laser cut parts from the laser bed and place them on carts and/or pallets.• Promptly contacts Supervisor or Lead if any problems with material or equipment arise.• Reads and comprehends basic blueprints.• Safely operates hand tools such as grinders, bevel mills, drills, etc.• Consistently performs laser clean up duties including emptying trays.• Identifies the next nest to be run.• Obtain and maintain forklift certification.• Opens programs and performs restarts as needed.• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) and six to twelve months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Why Work at Key?Key Technology offers a competitive benefits package for all full-time employees, including the following:Medical coverage through your choice of a high deductible health plan or a PPO plan. All plans include prescription drug coverageFlexible spending accounts, when allowed by tax lawsHealth Savings Accounts (HSA), when allowed by tax laws. Our HSA includes a 2x match, up to $1,000 annuallyDental and Vision CoveragePaid life insurance and disability insurance, and options to purchase additional coveragePaid Maternity LeaveOptional coverages include Long-term Care, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance401k plan with a 100% match on the first 3% of employee contributions, and 50% on the next 2% of contributions (4% match if you contribute 5% of pay)Educational Assistance reimbursementAccrued paid time off (PTO)10 paid holidays annually

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