Laser Cutter Operator

Mitchell Equipment; Dundee (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Mitchell Equipment in Dundee, MI is seeking a full-time laser cutting operator for on-site work. The role emphasizes operating enclosed laser cutters, strong computer and math skills, and attention to detail to complete jobs on schedule.

Responsibilities include day-to-day laser cutting, quality checks, material stock monitoring, tool maintenance, and collaboration with engineering. Training will be provided for the right candidate with mechanical aptitude and reliability.

Qualifications

• Solid computer skills; able to operate a Windows PC and learn new software.
• Strong math skills (shop math) required.
• Able to use a tape measure in both metric and inches/feet.
• High mechanical aptitude and competence with basic hand tools.
• Coordinated with good fine motor skills and dexterity.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Organized with good time management; works well alone or in a team.
• Minimum 1 year experience with CNC laser cutter or CNC machining center.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser cutter to process steel parts and ensure on-time completion.
• Wear safety glasses, steel-toed boots and follow shop rules.
• Process internal cut orders for manufacturing and engineering departments.
• Follow scheduling of jobs and maintain laser cutting machine.
• Operate forklift if required.
• Check parts for quality and accuracy.
• Monitor stock levels for materials and consumables.
• Organize and clean the laser cutting area and assist other departments as needed.

Skills

Windows PC

Shop math

Mechanical aptitude

Tape measure (metric & inches/feet)

Hand tool proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork & independence

Tools

CNC Laser Cutter

Slag Remover

Job description

The position

We are seeking a full-time laser cutting operator. Experience with running enclosed laser cutters is a plus, but we will train the right person who has good computer and math skills, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail. Duties will include running a laser cutter to complete jobs on time.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The position

We are seeking a full-time laser cutting operator. Experience with running enclosed laser cutters is a plus, but we will train the right person who has good computer and math skills, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail. Duties will include running a laser cutter to complete jobs on time.

Summary

• This is a full-time position for on-site work at our Dundee, MI location. Work hours are daytime, Monday-Friday.
• Pay will depend on skills and experience.
• Benefits available.
• Duties include day-to-day laser cutting, including:
• Cutting parts from steel using enclosed laser cutter
• Wear safety glasses, steel-toed boots and follow shop rules
• Processing internal cut orders for manufacturing and engineering departments
• Following Scheduling jobs
• Can operate Forklift truck
• Checking parts for quality and accuracy
• Operating Slag Remover
• Constant communication and coordination with engineering department
• Monitoring stock levels for materials and consumables
• Maintaining laser cutting machine
• Organizing and cleaning the laser cutting area of the warehouse
• Assisting other departments as needed

Requirements

• Solid computer skills: can operate a Windows PC, comfortable learning new software
• Strong math skills (shop math)
• Able to use a tape measure in both metric and inches/feet
• High mechanical aptitude
• Competence with basic hand tools
• Coordinated, with good fine motor skills and dexterity
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Organized, with good time management
• Ability to work alone and in a team
• Motivated self-starter
• Problem solver
• Quick learner
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds occasionally
• Reliable attendance and transportation
• Cheerful, can-do attitude, strong work ethic
• Ability to do repetitive tasks for long hours without losing concentration
• Ability to stand for long hours
• Fluent in English
• Minimum 1-year Experience with CNC Laser Cutter of CNC machining center