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Laser engineer

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Gestamp

South Charleston, WV (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/21/2026

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Job Description

LASER ENGINEER / TECHNICIAN

This position is to work directly in our laser cutting shop with Trumpf (laser), Prima & Shape processIt will support Engineering in their duties in an efficient and conscious manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1.

Understand and comply with all OSHA, safety, and PPE requirements2. Understand and comply with all

TS16949 & ISO-14001, AIAG

requirements.3. Health & Safety of self and colleagues, including outside contractors or support personnel. 4. Assist the maintenance team during major fault issues and help determine repetitive downtime causes. 5. Be part of engineering change teams and implementation.6. Assisting with the generation of Process Flow Charts, Set-up Sheets, Work Instructions & Line Layouts.7. Adhere to Quality, Safety, and Environmental Policies.8. Prepare, record, and document line speed demonstration events for the customer. 9. Assist in applying ergonomic and safety metrics and tools in the development and implementation of tools and processes for new model implementation.10. Support upcoming launch requirements with line/press/equipment capacity studies.11. Be current in the latest technology and trends concerning stamping and automation operations.12. Support the Quality group in the evaluation and improvement of product dimensional reports13.

Support team functions by:

a. Kaizen submittal and implementationb. Cross-training with othersc. Backfills other work stations as neededd. Problem solvinge. Supports operational metrics and meets operational needs 14. Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE1.

At least a 2-year Associate's Degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electronics Engineering or Technology and/or the equivalent work experience. 2. At least 2 years of job-related experience in an Automotive manufacturing environment/industry or 4 yrs min in a non-automotive manufacturing environment/industry.3. Can demonstrate work experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES1.

AutoCAD experience.2. Basic understanding of Ergonomics and Safety in work environments, both in processes and equipment.3. Strong people skills with a willingness to empower the team4. Effectively able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously5. Basic understanding of Lean Principals & Tools, APQP, TS16949 & ISO-14001 requirements.6. Working knowledge of MS Office 7. Working knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, Capacity Studies, Time & Motion concepts.8. Working knowledge of electronics/robotics/automation, such as sensors, device interfaces, and controls.