Laser Operator Lead

Job Description

$2.00 per hour temporary commute differential

Pay Rate:

Location: On-Site, will work in Bonham TX until the Rowlett facility opens

Position / Title: Punch / Laser Lead

Shift / Hours:Monday to Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Position Summary

Tongrun International is seeking an experienced Punch / Laser Lead to oversee the daily operation of our Amada punch and laser department. This hands-on leadership position is responsible for ensuring production goals, quality standards, safety requirements, and on-time delivery are consistently achieved while supporting and developing team members.

The ideal candidate has a strong background operating and setting up Amada punch and laser equipment, excellent troubleshooting skills, and the ability to lead by example in a fast-paced sheet metal manufacturing environment. Tongrun specializes in precision contract manufacturing, including sheet metal fabrication, machining, assembly, and related manufacturing services.

Essential Responsibilities

Lead the daily activities of the Punch/Laser department.

Set up, operate, and troubleshoot Amada punch and laser machines.

Assign work to operators to meet production schedules.

Ensure parts meet blueprint specifications and customer quality requirements.

Verify machine setups, tooling, and first-piece inspections.

Monitor production efficiency and minimize downtime.

Coordinate tooling changes and maintain an organized tool crib.

Perform and verify preventive maintenance activities.

Train and mentor operators on machine operation, quality standards, and safety procedures.

Work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Production departments to resolve manufacturing issues.

Ensure all production documentation is completed accurately.

Promote a safe work environment and enforce company safety policies.

Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the department.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience operating and setting up CNC punch and laser equipment.

Previous leadership, lead, or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Experience with Amada punch and laser systems strongly preferred.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings.

Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes.

Knowledge of punch tooling, laser cutting parameters, material types, thicknesses, and grain direction.

Experience performing quality inspections using measuring equipment.

Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot machine and tooling issues.

Forklift experience is a plus.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Positive attitude with a "lead by example" approach to leadership.

Physical Requirements

Stand and walk throughout the workday.

Frequently lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds.

Work safely in a manufacturing environment around moving equipment and machinery.

Benefits

Tongrun International offers a competitive compensation package including:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

You should be proficient in:

Troubleshooting Skills

CNC Programming

G-Code

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

Tape Measure Reading

Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology

Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement

Machines & technologies you'll use:

CNC Laser Cutter (Amada)