Laser Operator 2

Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1842, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Ryerson offers a dynamic, quality-focused, environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

As a Laser Operator 2 at Ryerson, you are responsible for operating Laser cutting machines safely and efficiently. You will select proper material type, size, and thickness while maintaining the highest materail usage yield.

• Execute laser schedule (flat or tube)
• Operate Lasers
• Modify programs, parameters, and nesting to optimize machine path is safe
• Collaborate with manager and/or Lead for scheduled machine maintenance and down time
• Perform Quality Assurance checks of own work and coworkers
• Ensure all customer specifications are held within the Laser Department
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

• Successfully pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspection & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Minimum 2 years of similar job experience preferred
• Knowldge of material type, thickness, grade and machine flow
• Capable of modifying on the fly laser parameters and nesting programs to maintain production
• Basic computer skills and/or comfort using a computer
• Physical ability to pass physical requirements exam for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding and new hire training

Salary: $20-28 hourly. A starting salary higher than $20 hourly is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.