Laser Operator

QPS Employment Group; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Laser Operator in Waukesha, WI, to support laser cutting and fabricating parts. The role includes operating laser and brake press equipment, maintaining quality, and collaborating across departments.

Responsibilities cover prioritizing tasks, inspecting pieces, and performing routine maintenance while following safety protocols. The position requires forklift and crane experience and willingness to work in a loud environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in set up and operation of laser machines.
• Proficient math skills required.
• Proficient with measuring equipment.
• Must become forklift certified.
• Must have experience using overhead crane effectively and safely.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple tasks and organize and prioritize time effectively.
• Verify dimensional accuracy and quality of part details.
• Operate laser and press brake equipment.
• Perform 1st piece inspection and de-nest parts.
• Perform periodic maintenance of equipment and components.
• Interact and cooperate with all company employees, including training other employees.
• Build trust, value others, lead by example, communicate effectively, drive execution, foster innovation, focus on the customer, collaborate with others, solve problems creatively, and demonstrate high integrity.
• Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all departments.

Skills

Laser setup experience

Mathematical proficiency

Measuring equipment

Forklift certification

Overhead crane operation

Teamwork & communication

Tools

CAD

MetaCam

Job description

Position Title: Laser Operator Wage: $23.00-$30.00/hour Shift: 2nd Hours: 2:00pm-Midnight (Four 10'S) Monday-Thursday

We’re hiring a Laser Operator for a company in Waukesha, WI. This role is responsible for servicing customers through the production of laser cutting and fabricating parts. Become a vital part of the fabrication building, which includes laser and brake press operation.

Laser Operator Responsibilities

Laser Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage multiple tasks and organize and prioritize time effectively
• Verify dimensional accuracy and quality of part details
• Operate basic tool room equipment, including but not limited to laser and press break equipment
• Perform 1st piece inspection and de-nest parts
• Perform periodic maintenance of equipment and components
• Interact and cooperate with all company employees, including training other employees
• Build trust, value others, lead by example, communicate effectively, drive execution, foster innovation, focus on the customer, collaborate with others, solve problems creatively, and demonstrate high integrity
• Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all departments

Laser Operator Requirements

• 1 year of experience in set up and operation of laser machines
• CAD and MetaCam experience a plus
• Proficient math skills required
• Must become forklift certified
• Must have experience using overhead crane effectively and safely
• Proficient with measuring equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Continuous standing, bending, twisting, and repetitive motion
• Must use PPE: safety glasses and steel toed shoes
• At times will be working in a loud, dirty, and sometimes warm and cold environment