3-Axis Laser Operator

3-Dimensional Services Group; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

3-Dimensional Services Group in Rochester Hills, MI seeks an Experienced CNC Laser Operator to set up and run 3-axis laser machines for sheet-metal parts. You will verify materials, programs, and job specs before production, and load/unload parts with appropriate equipment.

The role requires blueprint literacy, attention to detail, and the ability to perform first-piece and in-process inspections, while maintaining safety and quality standards on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, CNC machine operation, or laser experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, job travelers, and basic measuring tools.
• Familiarity with sheet-metal materials such as steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift, push, pull, or move items as needed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-axis laser machines to cut sheet-metal parts.
• Verify correct material type, thickness, quantity, program, and job requirements before production.
• Load and unload sheet material, finished parts, skeletons, and scrap using appropriate equipment.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using calipers, tape measures, gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy, burrs, incomplete cuts, scratches, warping, and other defects.
• Make basic operator adjustments and troubleshoot minor machine, material, or cutting-quality issues.
• Perform routine machine care, including nozzle and lens cleaning, consumable changes, and general housekeeping.
• Complete job travelers, inspection records, production paperwork, and material traceability documentation.
• Follow all safety requirements, PPE expectations, quality procedures, and 5S practices.
• Assist in other fabrication or production areas as needed.

Skills

CNC laser operation

Blueprint reading

Quality assurance

Measuring tools

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laser cutting machine

CNC programming

Job description

Job Details Level: Experienced

Job Location: 3D - Rochester Hills, MI 48309

• Set up and operate 3-axis laser machines to cut sheet-metal parts.
• Verify correct material type, thickness, quantity, program, and job requirements before production.
• Load and unload sheet material, finished parts, skeletons, and scrap using appropriate equipment.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using calipers, tape measures, gauges, and other measuring tools.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy, burrs, incomplete cuts, scratches, warping, and other defects.
• Make basic operator adjustments and troubleshoot minor machine, material, or cutting-quality issues.
• Perform routine machine care, including nozzle and lens cleaning, consumable changes, and general housekeeping.
• Complete job travelers, inspection records, production paperwork, and material traceability documentation.
• Follow all safety requirements, PPE expectations, quality procedures, and 5S practices.
• Assist in other fabrication or production areas as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Previous manufacturing, fabrication, CNC machine operation, or laser experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, job travelers, and basic measuring tools.
• Familiarity with sheet-metal materials such as steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and commitment to quality and safety.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift, push, pull, or move up to pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.