3rd Shift Laser Technician

United Alloy; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) with company match

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

United Alloy in Janesville, WI, is seeking an experienced CNC laser cutting operator to set up, calibrate, and maintain laser cutting cells. You will perform inspections, collaborate with maintenance, and optimize workflows to meet production goals. The role requires blueprints reading and CNC process knowledge, with hands-on use of cranes and measuring tools.

The position is on-site, full-time, with benefits and growth opportunities within a safety-focused manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience operating CO2 or Fiber CNC laser-cutting machines.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Solid understanding of CNC processes.
• Capable of operating overhead cranes and precision measurement tools.
• Experience with metal fabrication concepts and safety practices.
• Ability to lift up to 25–100 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Set up, calibrate, troubleshoot, and optimize laser cutting cells and automation equipment.
• Perform first-piece inspections and cut-quality verification to ensure standards.
• Maintain documentation for inspections, audits, and production processes.
• Coordinate with Maintenance for repairs to minimize downtime.
• Monitor schedules and adjust priorities to meet customer requirements.
• Assist nesting team and modify programs to maximize material utilization.
• Participate in CI, Lean, and Kaizen initiatives to improve safety and productivity.
• Train operators on machine operation, quality requirements and standard work.

Skills

CNC laser cutting operation

Blueprint reading

CNC processes understanding

Reading blueprints

Metal fabrication basics

Hand tools & measurement

Tools

Overhead cranes

Tape measure

Caliper

Basic hand tools

Air tools

Job description

Locations

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• United Alloy Inc
  4100 Kennedy Road
  Janesville, WI 53545, USA
• United Alloy Inc
  4100 Kennedy Road
  Janesville, WI 53545, USA

• On-site
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: 2NDSH001805

Description

ABOUT UNITED ALLOY

United Alloy is a preferred designer, manufacturer and powder coater of certified metal tanks, skids, frames, trailers, chassis, and related products crafted to world-class quality standards in strategic partnership with Fortune 500 OEM customers.UA products are proudly Made in the USA. In addition to being made in the USA, UA is also 9001 certified, and has been recognized as a WBENC woman/minority owned business.

CULTURE

United Alloy empowers and entrusts our employees to manage the responsibilities of both their work and home lives. We are an agile team that produces extraordinary results, setting the standard in safety, quality, productivity, and profitability. Employees act with a sense of ownership, take initiative to problem solve and is committed to the company’s mission, their team and themselves.

United Alloy is supportive and encouraging of our employees, we are able to help make their dreams become a reality. At UA, every employee matters to us. We want everyone to have their own success story in their personal and professional lives. It’s one way that makes us an actively engaged team, inspired to win together.

Hours: Sunday - Thursday 10:00pm - 6:00pm (OT as required)

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Set up, calibrate, troubleshoot, and optimize laser cutting cells and automation equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation.
• Perform routine process audits, including first-piece inspections, cut-quality verification, preventive maintenance checks, and other operational assessments to ensure compliance with quality and production standards.
• Complete, maintain, and submit all required documentation related to inspections, audits, maintenance activities, and production processes.
• Partner with Maintenance personnel to diagnose equipment issues, coordinate repairs, and minimize production downtime.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust machine priorities, cell assignments, and support workflow as necessary to meet customer and operational requirements.
• Manage the movement of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods into and out of laser cells while maintaining effective communication across shifts and departments.
• Collaborate with nesting team and create and modify nesting programs when needed to maximize material utilization, throughput, and production efficiency.
• Collaborate with team leads, supervisors, engineering, and management to identify opportunities for workflow improvements, productivity gains, and cost reduction.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, consumables, tooling, and operational supplies; communicate replenishment needs to management in a timely manner.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement (CI), Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and cross-functional teams focused on enhancing safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance.
• Work closely with downstream departments, including Manufacturing Engineering, Forming, Welding, and other internal customers, to resolve issues and improve process flow.
• Maintain ownership of 6S workplace organization standards, including housekeeping, tool accountability, visual controls, and area cleanliness.
• Train and assist operators on proper machine operation, quality requirements, troubleshooting techniques, and standard work practices as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, quality standards, and operating procedures.
• Support production objectives through effective communication, problem-solving, and proactive identification of opportunities to improve equipment performance and process efficiency.
• Other duties may be assigned

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Over two years’ experience operating CO2 or Fiber CNC laser-cutting machines. Cincinnati or Mitsubishi, preferred.
• Understanding of flat print drawing
• Thorough understanding of CNC processes.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• The individual must have exposure to metal fabrication concepts and processes.
• Must possess the ability to operate overhead cranes, tape measure, caliper, basic hand tools and air tools.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds with an assist.
• 12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person - 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• If selected for the role, a drug screen and physical will be conducted.

BENEFITS

In addition to excellent starting wages, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as numerous perks.

• Medical, dental and vision
• Generous RTO and Vacation policy
• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunities
• Paid trainingEarn a competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

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