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Production Lead and Machinist

Hutchinson, MN 55350

Posted: 04/10/2025 Industry: Skills Job Number: 44951265 Pay Rate: $20.00 / hour

Job Description

Under general supervision, this job consists of supporting production and engineering by setting up laser processing jobs and working with and running laser systems. Production lead works with engineering and management on developing new laser processes and evaluating and discovering new applications for lasers. Provide leadership for production team.  Machining and micro-tooling for laser production.  Production takes precedence over machining / tooling in order to meet customer needs.
  1. Provide general support to production
  2. Set-up production laser processes
  3. Maintain a list of vendor contacts 
  4. Store and order tools and tooling
  5. Investigate new laser systems and technologies
  6. Miscellaneous special projects 
  7. Integrate lasers with motion control software
  8. Leader and mentorship for Laser Techs and Operators
  9. Make sure production employees are following the proper CRE (clean room environment) procedures.
  10. Make sure production employees are following proper procedures for cleanliness, paperwork, quality control measurements, product handling, product packaging and other production related activities.
  11. Train production personnel on all CER protocols.
  12. Train production personnel on how to run jobs properly, on how to inspect jobs properly, on how to use the equipment properly and on how to startup and shutdown the equipment properly.
  13. Make sure production employees are doing their work in a satisfactory manner and report any issues to the VP of Business Management or President.
  14. Make sure production employees are doing a satisfactory amount of work for their shifts.
  15. Make sure production employees are working the correct hours they are supposed to be and make sure they are taking their breaks for the appropriate lengths and at the appropriate times. Report any issues to the VP of Business Management.
  16. Help schedule employee hours based on workload in order to get the product out to the customer on time.
  17. Report any ideas for improving production processes, workflow, tooling or any other ideas for improvement to the VP of Business Management.
  18. Make sure supplies are stocked properly and report any items that need to be reordered to the VP of Business Management.
  19. Micro-Machining and tooling for laser production team
  20. Maintain clean and organized workspace
  21. Perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment
  22. Adhere to all safety policies and wear appropriate protective equipment
  23. Develop and record new laser processes for R&D (research and development) jobs
  24. Maintain and back-up electronic laser machine programs and file
  25. Work on production floor as needed
  26. Other jobs or tasks as assigned
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESExperience Required:Knowledge of lasers and laser systems CNC Programming Knowledge Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, OutlookPreferred:Knowledge of AUTOCAD Laser & Optics Technology A.A.S DegreeKnowledge of ERP/MRP systems.     Macola currently in place.Skills Required:Ability to monitor laser system outputs, gather information and perform data analysis Ability to read and understand blueprints and CAD drawings Ability to learn new software Ability to follow work instructions, standard operating procedures and training documents Attention to detail and accuracy in paperwork Strong problem-solving skills Good communication skills, written and verbal Good shop/mechanical skills Time management skills and ability to multitask Planning, organizing and prioritizing skills Machining and Tooling, micro; fine detail Benefits- 401K-Medical-Vacation Pay-Holiday Pay 
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