CNC Laser Operator - Metal Fabrication

Rohner Mechanical Inc; Vancouver, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Rohner Mechanical Inc in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Laser Operator to set up, program, and run a laser cutting system in a fast-paced shop. This full-time position requires careful reading of work orders, attention to safety, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

We offer steady hours, opportunities to advance in sheet-metal fabrication, and the chance to work with Amada equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with CNC laser, sheet-metal fabrication, or manufacturing preferred; Amada experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor a laser in accordance with programs, work instructions, and safety procedures.
• Review work orders, nesting information, drawings, material type, gauge, quantity, and revision before starting each job.
• Load sheet metal onto the laser and unload cut parts and skeletons using approved handling methods and equipment.
• Inspect first-piece and in-process parts for cut quality, dimensions, completeness, and damage; immediately report discrepancies.
• Identify, count, label, sort, and stage finished parts accurately for downstream departments.
• Monitor consumables and machine conditions; clean lenses/nozzles and perform operator-level preventive maintenance as trained and authorized.
• Recognize alarms, poor cut conditions, material defects, or unsafe conditions and stop/escalate work when necessary.
• Operate a forklift and other authorized material-handling equipment to move sheets, pallets, and completed work.
• Maintain accurate production, scrap, material, and inspection records.
• Keep the machine and surrounding work area clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Communicate job status, material needs, quality concerns, and equipment issues during shift handoffs.
• Support other shop activities and duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Shop math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Amada experience

Job description

Rohner Mechanical Inc in Vancouver, WA is seeking a Laser Operator to set up, program, and run a laser cutting system in a fast-paced shop. This full-time position requires careful reading of work orders, attention to safety, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

We offer steady hours, opportunities to advance in sheet-metal fabrication, and the chance to work with Amada equipment.