Laser Operator - 3rd Shift with Excellent Benefits

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Health savings account

3 weeks paid time off

11 paid holidays

Shift premium: $1.00/hr

Job summary

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Laser Operator for the 3rd shift. Hours are 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM with a $1.00 per hour shift premium. The role involves setting up laser cutting machines, loading programs, aligning tooling, and ensuring product quality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 years of related experience, mechanical aptitude, and ability to read blueprints. Overtime and lifting requirements apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 to 3 years’ related experience; minimum 1 year required.
• Demonstrated mechanical ability.
• Knowledge of tooling and tooling maintenance.
• Proven ability to use calipers and measurement tools to 1/32”.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Able to read blueprints and interpret measurements.
• Experience working with sheet metal and able to distinguish material types including steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
• Able to work overtime hours (more than 40 hours per week and Saturdays) as required.
• Stand and walk continuously for 8-10 hours, if necessary.
• Lift and carry 25 pounds consistently and 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laser cutting machines to support production.
• Set up and changeover machines, load and edit programs, and set machine parameters to ensure optimal performance.
• Install and align tooling, dies, fixtures, and gauges as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment and identify problems with tooling and machine adjustments.
• Maintain quality standards, inspecting the product and adjusting machinings as needed to meet product specifications.
• Check product visually with fixed gauges and prints, including first piece inspections.
• Determine the cause of operating difficulties and take corrective action.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment when required.
• Move materials within the work area.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures to produce a quality product/service, including reporting non-conforming materials.
• Report unusual conditions or questionable items to lead or supervisor.
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Maintain accurate records as required.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Skills

Laser operation

Quality inspection

Blueprint reading

Calipers

Sheet metal

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Laser Operator for the 3rd shift. Hours are 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM with a $1.00 per hour shift premium. The role involves setting up laser cutting machines, loading programs, aligning tooling, and ensuring product quality.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 years of related experience, mechanical aptitude, and ability to read blueprints. Overtime and lifting requirements apply.