Laser Operator- 1st Shift

Milwaukee Succeeds; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefit package after 30 days of

Career growth and advancement

Annual wage increases based on perfomr

Perfect Attendance Incentive: up to 4)

Gain-Sharing Program: up to 4 paydays

Job summary

MEC Inc. in Mayville, WI is seeking an experienced Laser Operator to operate and set up laser cutting machines, program jobs, adjust parameters, and load materials to produce precise parts. You will ensure quality via inspections and verifications while performing basic programming, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance.

You will support production efficiency through scheduling and cross-training. Responsibilities include reading job orders, setting up parameters, programming parts from the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 2–3 years related experience.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to train and work with others (Team Concept).
• Reliability.

Responsibilities

• Reads job order to determine machine programming requirements.
• Sets up machine parameters and power settings.
• Calls up part number from computer to program machine.
• Puts steel into machine to cut part.
• Checks to print using various measuring devices to determine accuracy of part.
• Perform part verifications.
• Performs routine machine maintenance.
• Performs simple laser programming.
• Troubleshoots problems and adjusts machine as necessary to correct.
• Assist Steel Shed Coordinator with unloading & receiving material as well as ordering
• Instruct laser take off operators.
• Assists with scheduling of nests.
• Schedules machine maintenance with Maintenance Department.
• Cross train Laser take-off and Laser Operator II employees as assigned by Supervisor.
• All Other Duties as assigned

Skills

Read blueprints

Team collaboration

Reliability

Computer understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two to three years related experience

Tools

Laser programming

Machine setup

Measuring devices

Computer systems

Job description

• $20 per hour or more depending on experience.

What We Offer

• Full benefit package available after 30 days of employment.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Eligible for annual wage increases and additional increases based on performance.
• Perfect Attendance Incentive: Earn up to four additional paid days per year for maintaining perfect attendance.
• Gain-Sharing Program: Opportunity to earn up to four additional paychecks per year based on company performance metrics.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Laser Operator is responsible for operating and setting up laser cutting machines by programming jobs, adjusting parameters, and loading materials to produce accurate parts. Ensures quality through inspections and part verification while performing basic programming, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance. Supports production efficiency through scheduling, cross-training team members, and assisting with material handling and coordination tasks.

What you will be doing as a Laser Operator:

• Reads job order to determine machine programming requirements.
• Sets up machine parameters and power settings.
• Calls up part number from computer to program machine.
• Puts steel into machine to cut part.
• Checks to print using various measuring devices to determine accuracy of part.
• Perform part verifications.
• Performs routine machine maintenance.
• Troubleshoots problems and adjusts machine as necessary to correct.
• Assist Steel Shed Coordinator with unloading & receiving material as well as ordering
• Instruct laser take off operators.
• Assists with scheduling of nests.
• Schedules machine maintenance with Maintenance Department.
• Cross train Laser take-off and Laser Operator II employees as assigned by Supervisor.
• All Other Duties as assigned

What it takes to be a Laser Operator with MEC:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or two to three years related experience
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to train and work with others (Team Concept).
• Reliability
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Description

Location

Mayville, WI

Pay

• $20 per hour or more depending on experience.

What We Offer

• Full benefit package available after 30 days of employment.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Eligible for annual wage increases and additional increases based on performance.
• Perfect Attendance Incentive: Earn up to four additional paid days per year for maintaining perfect attendance.
• Gain-Sharing Program: Opportunity to earn up to four additional paychecks per year based on company performance metrics.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Laser Operator is responsible for operating and setting up laser cutting machines by programming jobs, adjusting parameters, and loading materials to produce accurate parts. Ensures quality through inspections and part verification while performing basic programming, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance. Supports production efficiency through scheduling, cross-training team members, and assisting with material handling and coordination tasks.

What you will be doing as a Laser Operator:

• Reads job order to determine machine programming requirements.
• Sets up machine parameters and power settings.
• Calls up part number from computer to program machine.
• Puts steel into machine to cut part.
• Checks to print using various measuring devices to determine accuracy of part.
• Perform part verifications.
• Performs routine machine maintenance.
• Performs simple laser programming.
• Troubleshoots problems and adjusts machine as necessary to correct.
• Assist Steel Shed Coordinator with unloading & receiving material as well as ordering
• Instruct laser take off operators.
• Assists with scheduling of nests.
• Schedules machine maintenance with Maintenance Department.
• Cross train Laser take-off and Laser Operator II employees as assigned by Supervisor.
• All Other Duties as assigned

What it takes to be a Laser Operator with MEC:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or two to three years related experience
• Computer understanding
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to train and work with others (Team Concept).
• Reliability

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

MEC Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering an environment of mutual respect and integrity. We conduct all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Furthermore, MEC undertakes affirmative action initiatives to ensure equal employment opportunities for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.