Laser Operator - 1st Shift

Strong Hold; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Biannual increases & bonuses

Job summary

Strong Hold in Louisville, KY seeks a reliable Laser Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will set up, calibrate, and operate Trumpf TruLaser 1040m/1040a to precision-cut heavy-duty steel components and read technical blueprints for accuracy.

Responsibilities include nesting, loading CNC programs, monitoring optics, quality checks, and maintaining a safe non-temperature-regulated work area while meeting production goals.

Qualifications

• Experience operating 2D CNC laser cutting machinery.
• Ability to read engineering drawings/blueprints.
• Ability to lift heavy steel objects.
• Must pass drug screen, physical, and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate Trumpf TruLaser 1040m and 1040a machines.
• Load and execute CNC cutting programs, optimizing material yield and nesting configurations.
• Perform machine adjustments including focal parameters, gas pressures, and nozzle alignment.
• Load and handle raw industrial-grade American steel sheets safely.
• Inspect finished parts against engineering blueprints for dimensions and edge quality.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance including optics cleaning and nozzle changes.
• Troubleshoot processing issues to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Maintain safety standards with appropriate PPE and a clean workspace.

Skills

2D CNC laser

Sheet metal fabrication

Read blueprints

Mathematical calculations

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Tools

Trumpf TruLaser 1040m

Trumpf 1040a

Job description

Description

Who We Are:

We build products and relationships that last a lifetime! No really, that’s what we do. We are a successful family business with a long-term record of steady growth, and we are determined to accelerate our trajectory. Our diverse team members who speak 22 languages are passionate about their company and their co-workers. We reward for performance.

Check out our website at www.strong-hold.com

We Are Not:

• Fancy - as manufacturers we believe practical, clean facilities are required to make quality products and retain the best team.
• Transactional - we have long-term relationships with our team members and most valuable customers.
• Satisfied - we celebrate achievement, then set our sights on new goals.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Laser Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up, calibrating, and operating our Trumpf TruLaser 1040m and 1040a CNC fiber laser cutting systems to precision-cut heavy-duty American steel components for our industrial storage products. You will read technical blueprints, execute nesting programs, monitor machine optics, and conduct rigorous quality checks to ensure our parts maintain our signature "obsessively overbuilt" standard. This position requires a strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, physical stamina, and an uncompromising commitment to safety.

• Meet production goals, maintain tight geometric tolerances, and drive continuous improvement.
• You are passionate about craftsmanship, precision, and building things that last.
• You will receive specialized on-the-job training tailored to our heavy-duty Trumpf laser equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate Trumpf TruLaser 1040m and 1040a flatbed laser cutting machines.
• Load and execute CNC cutting programs, optimizing material yield and nesting configurations.
• Perform machine adjustments including focal parameters, gas pressures, gas selections, and nozzle alignment for different material thicknesses.
• Load and handle raw industrial-grade American steel sheets onto the machine bed or automated shuttle tables safely.
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges against engineering blueprints to guarantee dimensional accuracy and edge quality.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance including cleaning optics, changing nozzle tips, and monitoring dust extraction systems.
• Troubleshoot processing issues like dross, burrs, or cutting interruptions to minimize downtime and scrap material.
• Maintain safety standards by wearing appropriate laser-safe personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensuring a clean workspace.

Requirements

• Prior experience operating 2D CNC laser cutting machinery or working in precision sheet metal fabrication is highly valued.
• Ability to lift heavy steel objects and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to read engineering drawings/blueprints, a standard tape measure, and perform accurate mathematical calculations.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
• Work environment is a non-temperature-regulated facility with moderate to loud noise levels.
• Must pass a drug screen, physical, and criminal background check.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, biannual increases & bonuses
• Benefits-Health, Dental, & Vision
• Employer Paid Benefits-Life & Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid time off