Laser Weld Technician

Connecting and Protecting People Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters York UK; Criteria Labs Austin TX; Dow-Key Microwave Ventura CA; Pole/Zero West Chester OH; Espy Austin TX; and K&L Microwave Salisbury Maryland and Dominican Republic.
Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products engineered components and subsystems for demanding military space commercial aerospace/industrial and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Laser Welding Operator has the ability to run laser welder effectively and efficiently on a continuous basis and can identify problems during the production run position work pieces and inspect parts on a daily basis using various types of inspection equipment. This role performs required operations on laser welder including loading and unloading of parts part inspection cleaning and performing preventive maintenance and minor adjustments of assigned equipment; Prepares various logs and records to document laser welder operation and daily production enters required data into computer; Moves/transports parts to appropriate location as needed; Maintains safe clean and orderly work areas; Receives reviews and /or refers to various records or reports including travelers shift reports SOP safety sheets etc.; Prepares labor sheets and non-conformance forms; Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals including the immediate supervisor co-workers and other shop personnel; Operates laser welder micrometers gauges various power tools computer etc.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties or tasks may be assigned as required. Management may modify change or add to the duties of this description at any time without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with applicable laws. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Set up and switch jobs as required
• Perform or contribute to development efforts independently or with directions
• Produce tasks efficiently and within standard time allotment
• Keep track of materials in the area
• Minor maintenance of laser welder
• Maintain an excellent attendance record
• Verify all parts are conforming before signing off on traveler
• Keep track of all scrap and seek corrective action when necessary
• Maintain all inspection gauges and tooling as required
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required.
• Function effectively within a team environment
• Adhere to AS9100 and other quality standards

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required to do so. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be a US Person (US Citizen or permanent resident green card holder)
• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent- documentation required
• Be able to write and document information clearly
• Must have an understanding of the machining process
• Must be able to run parts to spec on a daily basis
• Must be able to read simple part drawings
• Must be able to use and read micrometers and dial calipers accurately
• Must be able to calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
• CNC experience is a plus
• Perform any other task management deems necessary or needed by the company

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with ability to communicate within all levels of the organization
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of disciplines in a dynamic environment and motivate them to work together as a team
• Self-driven adaptable and resourceful; able to work under limited supervision
• Computer and Microsoft Office literate (Word Excel etc.)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Described here are characteristics representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring bending lifting of moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) and reaching.
• Work involves conditions and elements that must be identified and analyzed to determine interrelationships with specs of the specific product.
• Ability to use both hands to operate the machinery

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Characteristics described here are representative of those an incumbent will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring safety precautions typical of work office and manufacturing environment. Personal protective equipment provided and to be used in designated areas.
• Work area is adequately lighted heated and ventilated.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: $23.00 - $27.00per hour

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position including but not limited to the positions responsibilities a candidates work experience a candidates education/training the positions location and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption surrogacy and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental military jury duty and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws and tuition assistance business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability age genetic information or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process please let us know. Likewise if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contactfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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