Laser Manufacturing Technician

Arrow; Stratford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health from day one

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

RRSP match

Profit sharing

Life and travel insurance

Vacation

Job summary

Arrow Machine and Fabrication in Stratford, Ontario, seeks a Laser Manufacturing Technician to operate and program CNC laser equipment, ensuring parts meet GD&T drawings. You will set up, program, and run laser cutting with fiber or CO2 lasers and optimize nesting while collaborating with production to improve processes.

The role requires 5+ years of laser cutting experience, CAD proficiency, and TRUMPF familiarity.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or diploma or programming cert, plus laser cutting experience.
• Minimum 5 years laser programming experience.
• Proficiency with CAD software and programming language.

Responsibilities

• Program and run CNC laser equipment from drawings and CAD models.
• Inspect and verify part dimensions against work orders.
• Perform routine maintenance on optics and laser components.
• Troubleshoot laser alignment, software, and mechanical issues.
• Develop and optimize laser cutting programs and nesting strategies.
• Collaborate with production to improve processes.

Skills

Laser programming

CAD software

TRUMPF equipment

SigmaNEST

MasterCAM

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

5-axis laser cutting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Mastercam certification

Tools

TRUMPF equipment

MasterCAM

SigmaNEST

SolidWorks

Job description

Arrow Machine and FabricationGroup is an engineering-focused solution provider of machined castings, fabrications, and assemblies.

We serve OEM customers in the rail, material handling, mining, defense, heavy truck, agriculture, power systems, construction, nuclear, engineered products, architectural, and forestry industries.

We have access to the broadest range of metalwork solutions in the world through our elite group of companies. Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.

Arrow Off Road Stratford was established 100 years ago, developing our people has been a core function and commitment of our business. Our culture is built on safety, integrity, and a commitment to partnering with our customers. We offer our people a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and the opportunity to implement innovative ideas.

At ourStratford Facilitywe fabricate and assemble components for heavy truck, defense and off-road equipment companies. We feature fitting and welding, metal forming, saw cutting, painting, assembly departments and manufacture everything from small components to large structures, sheet metal to heavy plate.

Position Summary: The laser manufacturing technician operates, sets up, and maintains industrial laser equipment like fiber cutters and welding systems to fabricate parts with high precision. This role combines technical programming and setup skills for optimum utilization of the laser cutting process. It will set up, program, and run off product with various laser cutting equipment to meet drawing specifications and specific GD&T

Primary Responsibilities:

• Machine Operation: Program and run CNC laser equipment using digital blueprints and design software.
• Quality Control: Inspect finished parts and verify dimensions against work orders.
• Maintenance: Perform routine cleaning, calibration, and preventive maintenance on optics, resonators, and mechanical components.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose laser alignment issues, software errors, and mechanical or hydraulic malfunctions.
• Create and optimize programs for laser cutting, and sheet metal equipment
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and CAD models
• Select tooling, materials, and processes to maximize efficiency and minimize waste
• Design manufacturing fixtures as needed
• Establish routings according to TRUMPF standards
• Collaborate with production team to troubleshoot and improve processes
• Develop and maintain a LPPS – laser process planning sheet, which will record all parameters required for parts – this will establish a historic library in the event parts need to be ran again
• Maximize nesting software of material utilization
• Create and maintain ONS – optimized nesting sheet – which will highlight utilization to sheet size for program as required by program management

Quality & Compliance

• Generate first off part to acceptable criteria and sign off by quality before starting production run
• Ensure compliance with customer specifications and print – ensuring to confirm if CAD or Print is master before starting the cutting process
• Assist with internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of the factory over all goals.
• Complies with requirements as outlined in the company handbook and OHSA.
• Follows and comply with all Operational Procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Engineering degree or diploma or programming cert i.e. Mastercam or Trumpf certified combined with 5 years laser cutting experience
• Minimum of 5 years experience with laser programming
• Proficiency with CAD software and programming language
• Familiarity with TRUMPF equipment and standards
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience with 3 axis and or 5 axis laser cutting with wither fiber optic or CO2 lasers
• SigmaNEST software
• MasterCAM software
• SolidWorks software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, which may involve standing or walking for extended periods, exposure to loud noise, and working in various temperature conditions.
• Occasional lifting or moving of materials or equipment up to 25 lbs.

What We Offer – Your Benefits Package

At Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage from day one!
• Virtual healthcare with Lumino Health
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)
• Fitness membership discount
• Work boots and prescription safety glasses program
• Automatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing
• RRSP Match Program
• Life and travel insurance for you and your family
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Discount Program

Time Off & Culture

• Three weeks vacation days to start
• Regular company events and team activities
• Supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related education and training

Arrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Candidates please note, we do not use AI for application screening.

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