CNC Laser Cutting Technician – Precision Metal Fabrication

MICA Steelworks; Rhome (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

MICA Steelworks is seeking a detail-oriented CNC Laser Cutting Machine Operator to set up, operate, and maintain CNC laser cutting machines for high-quality metal parts. You will interpret engineering drawings, select optics, and optimize cutting parameters to ensure part accuracy and adherence to specs.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing with at least 2 years on CNC laser systems. Training at our Fort Worth plant is required for two months, then work at the Rhome, Texas facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical diploma or certification in CNC machining, manufacturing technology, or related field preferred.
• Additional training in blueprint reading, CAD/CAM, quality inspection, automation programming or mechanical systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC laser cutting machines by selecting/install lenses, nozzles and materials.
• Position sheet metal accurately and adjust power/speed/focus for precision.
• Load CNC programs and retrieve preprogrammed instructions from network databases.
• Modify existing or develop new robotic welding programs and 3D modeling using FANUC, ABB, KUKA, TEKLA, ZEMANS.
• Create/edit/optimize cutting programs based on CAD files for material efficiency.
• Monitor machine operations and detect deviations or malfunctions.
• Perform in-process and final dimensional inspections using precision instruments.

Skills

CNC laser operation

Blueprint reading

CAD/CAM

G-code programming

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical CNC machining certification

Blueprint reading / CAD/CAM training

Tools

FANUC

ABB

KUKA

TEKLA

ZEMANS

Job description

MICA Steelworks is seeking a detail-oriented CNC Laser Cutting Machine Operator to set up, operate, and maintain CNC laser cutting machines for high-quality metal parts. You will interpret engineering drawings, select optics, and optimize cutting parameters to ensure part accuracy and adherence to specs.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing with at least 2 years on CNC laser systems. Training at our Fort Worth plant is required for two months, then work at the Rhome, Texas facility.