CNC & Laser Operator

DFC Company; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DFC Company manufactures traffic control and specialty signs using CNC laser equipment and performs setup, calibration, and material preparation for daily production.

Workers load, configure, and operate CNC laser machines per blueprints, verify material suitability, and maintain high quality throughout fabrication. Safety and process standards guide daily operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of metal fabrication, CNC and laser equipment.
• Prior experience in a sign manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture traffic control and specialty signs using CNC laser equipment.
• Operate, load, configure, and calibrate CNC laser machines according to design specifications and blueprints.
• Assist with machine setup, including CNC program retrieval, lens calibration, and material preparation for daily production.
• Verify materials are appropriate for each project and ensure finished products meet quality standards.
• Perform quality inspections, complete required documentation, and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• Assist with programming, calibration, preventative maintenance, servicing, and basic repairs of CNC laser equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment, ensuring CNC equipment and work areas remain free of hazards.
• Organize, monitor, and track inventory, including assisting with quarterly inventory counts.
• Collaborate with the Metal Fabrication Supervisor and Lead to ensure projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Serve as a resource for new employees by answering questions and providing operational guidance.
• Participate in weekly Sign Shop meetings focused on safety, training, production schedules, deadlines, and product knowledge.
• Support additional production and shop responsibilities as assigned by supervisors or management.

Skills

Metal fabrication

CNC

Laser equipment

Job description

Shift and Time:

Day Shift, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Pay:

Starting at $26+ an hour depending on experience

Summary:

• Manufacture traffic control and specialty signs using CNC laser equipment.
• Operate, load, configure, and calibrate CNC laser machines according to design specifications and blueprints.
• Assist with machine setup, including CNC program retrieval, lens calibration, and material preparation for daily production.
• Verify materials are appropriate for each project and ensure finished products meet quality standards.
• Perform quality inspections, complete required documentation, and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• Assist with programming, calibration, preventative maintenance, servicing, and basic repairs of CNC laser equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized shop environment, ensuring CNC equipment and work areas remain free of hazards.
• Organize, monitor, and track inventory, including assisting with quarterly inventory counts.
• Collaborate with the Metal Fabrication Supervisor and Lead to ensure projects are completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Serve as a resource for new employees by answering questions and providing operational guidance.
• Participate in weekly Sign Shop meetings focused on safety, training, production schedules, deadlines, and product knowledge.
• Support additional production and shop responsibilities as assigned by supervisors or management.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of metal fabrication, CNC and laser equipment. Prior experience in a sign manufacturing environment is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Required to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs or ladders, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch

Safety is #1 at DFC:

Our expectation is that every employee: 1) strictly follows safety policies, rules, and safe work methods. 2) Promptly corrects or reports safety hazards or unsafe conditions. 3) Promptly reports injuries for diagnosis and treatment. 4) Makes regular suggestions for safety process improvements to support continuous improvement in safety.

Company Overview:

DFC Company (Dakota Fence, 3D Specialties, Sign Solutions USA, Dakota Playground, Park & Play USA, Town & Country Fence, Dakota Unlimited, West River Striping, SAAFE/Stadium Steve, DFC Property Management) is a growing specialty contractor primarily involved in residential/commercial fence, highway guardrail, fabrication, and commercial playground construction, bleacher installation, as well as traffic control services and pavement marking. We provide services to homeowners, commercial businesses, and government entities. Our dedicated employees (our “Blue Family”) work from seven branches throughout North Dakota & Minnesota and primarily service the surrounding five-state area, with a wider retail presence through our national sign manufacturing and distribution businesses. As an employer of choice in the areas of our branches, we invest in our people, our equipment, and our facilities to offer our Blue Family team members a great working environment and career while delivering the best possible value to our customers. EOE-Disabled/Vets.