Laser Cell Lead at FRANKLIN DISPLAY GROUP – Belvidere, Illinois

Position Summary:

The Laser Cell Lead is responsible for laser production scheduling. Job duties include programming, setting up, and operating CNC laser cutting machines to produce precision parts according to engineering drawings and specifications. This role ensures optimal machine performance, maintains quality standards, and supports continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Effectively use laser programming software
• Schedule jobs to be run on 4 different lasers
• Supervise laser department operators
• Understand and execute to a set of specified instructions
• Execute proper start-up and shutdown of machine
• Retrieve proper size sheets of steel
• Load, set-up and run laser to planned arrangements
• Evaluate, correct, and take actions necessary to prevent external quality (size & defects) issues
• Detect any irregularity which may cause defective products, either through laser consumables or fixtures
• Remove cut parts and scrap parts
• Place parts on skids per job order
• Complete all paperwork required for each job run through laser
• Follow all safety procedures while reporting any possible safety issues to the supervisor
• Keep work area clean at all times (5-S)

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions in English
• Must have strong computer skills
• Minimum 1 year laser programming experience required
• 1 year of metal fabrication experience preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

Job Type: Full-time