Laser Cutting Technician

Job Description

About the Role

Join our production team as a Laser Cutting Technician, where you will drive manufacturing excellence by transforming raw materials into precision-engineered components. You will leverage your expertise in laser cutting operations, technical drawing interpretation and fabrication experience to ensure product quality and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Execute fiber laser cutting operations utilizing flat bed and tube lasers to meet rigorous production targets.
• Optimize machine performance through proactive setup, calibration, and routine equipment maintenance.
• Analyze complex technical drawings to ensure exact adherence to      project specifications.
• Guarantee product integrity by conducting thorough quality inspections with precision measuring tools like calipers and micrometers.
• Support team throughput by collaborating on production schedules and streamlining workflow processes.
• Uphold a clean, organized workspace to ensure company safety protocols
• Minimize downtime by identifying equipment issues and performing essential troubleshooting and repairs.
• Load and unload metal sheets and finished parts
• Perform cleaning and maintenance requirements on laser machine

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Proven experience operating fiber or CO2 laser cutting equipment
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings containing dimensions and tolerances
• Proficiency in using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
• Prior background in metal fabrication or assembly environments
• Ability to work independently while contributing to team production goals
• Must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. 

Plus Skills

• Familiarity or prior experience with CNC / laser programming and nesting software
• Experience with machine troubleshooting and basic mechanical repairs