Laser Operator

PD Instore; New Hope (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

4% 401k Match with 5% Employee Contrib

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

8 Paid Holidays

Flex Time

Life Insurance

Job summary

PD Instore in New Hope, MN is seeking a Laser Operator focused on quality and safety to keep a fast-paced shop running smoothly and accurately.

The role requires setting up, programming, and operating CNC laser equipment, inspecting parts, and maintaining equipment, with a commitment to continuous improvement. You will join a team that values accountability and hands-on problem solving in a retail-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• Prefer 2-year technical or business degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience operating laser cutting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC laser equipment
• Ensure all work is completed safely, on time, and to quality standards
• Inspect parts and document accuracy to meet all required criteria
• Perform routine equipment maintenance as recommended
• Support production needs across departments as required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follows all safety and workplace policies
• Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Deadline-driven

Travel between PD locations

Diversity & inclusion

Welding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year technical/business degree or equivalent

Job description

Summary PD is looking for a quality and safety-oriented Laser Operator that works in an efficient manner to ensure smooth workflow throughout shop. This role is critical to ensuring precision, efficiency, and consistency across production, while maintaining a clean, organized, and high-performing shop environment. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, operates with a strong sense of accountability, and brings a hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution.

Job Duties

PD is looking for a quality and safety-oriented Laser Operator that works in an efficient manner to ensure smooth workflow throughout shop. This role is critical to ensuring precision, efficiency, and consistency across production, while maintaining a clean, organized, and high-performing shop environment. The ideal candidate takes pride in their work, operates with a strong sense of accountability, and brings a hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution.

A successful Laser Operator is reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement. They work efficiently to keep materials moving through the shop, are willing to put in extra time when needed to meet demand and take ownership of both their output and their workspace. This individual is naturally curious, eager to learn new skills, and comfortable adapting in a fast-paced, retail-driven environment.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC laser equipment
• Ensure all work is completed safely, on time, and to quality standards
• Inspect parts and document accuracy to meet all required criteria
• Perform routine equipment maintenance as recommended
• Support production needs across departments as required
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
• Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Proven problem-solving skills
• Excellent blueprint reading capabilities
• Excellent shop math skills
• Ability to work efficiently within tight deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
• Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
• Welding skills a plus

Minimum Education Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prefer 2-year technical/business degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Experience Required

• 5+ years’ experience operating Laser cutting equipment.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Yes

Physical Required

No

Drug Test Required

No

Compensation

$25.00 - $35.00 / Hourly

Postal Code

55427

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

51475

Job Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 4% 401k Match with 5% Employee Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Flex Time
• STD, LTD and Group Life Insurance
• FSA and HSA Options
• Voluntary
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Legal and Identity Theft Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Recognition
• English as a Second Language Education
• Online Training Opportunities