CPS - 3rd Shift Laser Operator

Full Time: Tuesday-Thursday, 3rd Shift 4x10’s, 8:30pm – 7:00am Location:  Plant 2 – 8909 E. 35th St. N, Suite 300, Wichita, KS 67226   At Central Plains Steel , we hire Ideal Team Players who are humble, hungry, and smart. Team-first professionals who take initiative, build strong relationships, and live the values of Respect, Integrity, Excellence, and Accountability to deliver Best-in-Class customer service to internal and external customers.   • Competitive pay • Quarterly Incentives • Full benefits package      o Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance      o Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability insurance • 401(k) with company match      o 100% match for the first 4% of your contribution • Paid time off & 10 paid holidays • Career growth & advancement potential • All necessary safety training and equipment provided • Stable, long-term employment with a reputable company   The Laser Operator is responsible for cutting parts from sheet metal using one of our 4 laser machines. They work closely with the programming department and parts breakdown team to meet or exceed goals for Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Delivery.

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion Function in the Job Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Job Function • Review and follow blueprints, work orders, tooling instructions or other written specifications. • Determine processing specifications such as materials, forms, sizes, surface conditions, material defects dimensions, tolerances, and operational sequences. • Ensure correct material for the job is used according to work orders. • Coordinates and executes material handling. • Set up laser cutting unit for safe operation by selecting appropriate nozzles, setting speeds, and feeds. • Position work pieces for processing (may operate a combination of different machines). • Operate laser machines during processing as required based on workload or business needs. • Adjust controls to set cutting speed, depth, and feed rates. • Measure and examine pieces using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, scales, and squares to ensure conformance to work order specifications. • Perform “In Process” and “Finished Product” quality control inspections. • Remove scrap metal and clean equipment according to designated maintenance procedures. • Diagnose problems and make necessary adjustments. • Report any irregularities to supervisor for direction. • Completes work order paperwork/documentation. • Move material from production areas to storage or other designated areas using forklift, side loader, or crane. • May mark identification on material/work pieces before processing. • Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards. • All other duties and responsibilities assigned by management. Required Skills • Valid Driver’s License - required. • Must be able to meet or exceed Level 4 (Heavy Work) of a Personal Capacity Profile. • 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities - required. • Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multilimbed