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We currently have an opening forLaser Operator. This position is responsible for operating a Class 4 Fiber Tube Laser to fabricate material per written instructions, schedules, and drawings to meet production demand.

This is a full time, first shift position with excellent benefits and pay.

AAI/Spaldingis a major sports equipment manufacturing company owned by Spalding;a division of Fruit of the Loom, an independent, wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., and leading international basic apparel company.

AAIis the official supplier and partner to USA Gymnastics and the NCAA, as well as a proud partner with the Federation Internationale De Gymnastique (FIG).

Spaldingis the largest basketball equipment supplier in the world. As the official backboard of the NBA and NCAA since 2009, this makes them one of the most well-known brands in the industry.

Our Jefferson, Iowa facility has been in operation and supporting our local community since 1954.

Specific Responsibilities

Process cut work orders on tube laser to meet demand.

• Read and interpret work orders, including prints, bills of material and routings.
• Set up nested files to save material and minimize waste.
• Change tooling such as nozzles, ceramics, lenses, etc.
• Load / unload materials
• Monitor machine operations.
• Inspect materials and finished product to identify material defects and machine malfunctions. Effectively communicate defects and malfunctions to engineering and maintenance personnel

Perform machine diagnostics and scheduled operator maintenance functions. Perform calibration and related machine adjustments to ensure safe and efficient operations. Keep machine and work area clean.

Operate saws, drills, grinders, and other tooling to complete required tasks per work orders. Includes removing burrs, sharp edges, rust or scale from materials.

Accurately report labor performed daily and within reasonable standard set for parts produced.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to effectively read and interpret engineering drawings and production work instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate information on a one-on-one basis.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide various units of measure.
• Must pass pre-employment skills testing.

Minimum Job Experience Required

• One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.