Laser & Forming Technician I – Precision CNC Metal Shaping

Csidesigns; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hands-on work with clear results

Team that values quality

Culture built on respect

Job summary

Central States Industrial (CSI) is seeking a Laser & Forming Technician to operate Fiber Flat Laser, Tube Laser, and Press Brake equipment on-site in Missouri. You will load materials, verify setups, monitor quality, and manage documentation such as job numbers and material certifications.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• One year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic computer and technology skills including email, file management, CAD/CAM viewers, and machine controls.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate Fiber Flat Laser and Tube Laser equipment.
• Import and modify production files, nests, and DXF files as needed.
• Load materials and verify correct setup using production documentation.
• Monitor machine performance and inspect cut quality throughout production.
• Track job numbers, part numbers, material certifications, and heat numbers.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic machine maintenance.
• Operate Press Brake equipment to produce parts within required tolerances.
• Load tooling, perform machine setup, and make programming adjustments when necessary.
• Operate T-Pull equipment while monitoring quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Deburr, polish, and inspect finished components.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and equipment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Blueprint reading

Basic computer skills

CAD/CAM viewers

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade School education or manufacturing training

Tools

Fiber Flat Laser

Tube Laser

Press Brake

T-Pull equipment

Job description

Central States Industrial (CSI) is seeking a Laser & Forming Technician to operate Fiber Flat Laser, Tube Laser, and Press Brake equipment on-site in Missouri. You will load materials, verify setups, monitor quality, and manage documentation such as job numbers and material certifications.

The role emphasizes mechanical aptitude, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with overtime as needed.