Laser Operator - Direct Hire

Doherty Staffing Solutions; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Laser Operators for an HVAC manufacturing company in Maple Grove, MN. You will set up and operate CNC laser cutting equipment, load and unload sheet metal, and verify parts meet quality and dimensional specs.

Ideal candidates have prior CNC laser experience, can read blueprints and engineering drawings, and follow safety procedures with PPE. You will also maintain production records and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC laser cutting equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/engineering drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC laser cutting equipment.
• Load and unload sheet metal material safely.
• Monitor machine performance and make basic adjustments.
• Verify parts meet quality and dimensional specifications.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and drawings.
• Perform routine quality inspections using measuring tools.
• Maintain production records and support continuous improvement.

Skills

CNC laser operation

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Safety procedures

Manufacturing environment

Tools

CNC laser cutting equipment

Job description

Job Title: Laser Operator

Location: Maple Grove, MN

Compensation: $65,000 - $72,000 per year

Schedule: 1st Shift & 2nd Shift | Monday-Friday

Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-time

About the Opportunity

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Laser Operators for an HVAC manufacturing company in Maple Grove, MN. In this role, you'll help produce high-quality sheet metal parts using CNC laser cutting equipment while supporting efficient production operations. If you enjoy hands-on manufacturing work, operating precision equipment, and working with a stable team focused on quality and continuous improvement, this could be a great fit.

What You'll Do as a Laser Operator

• Set up and operate CNC laser cutting equipment
• Load and unload sheet metal material safely and efficiently
• Monitor machine performance and make basic adjustments as needed
• Verify parts meet quality and dimensional specifications
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and engineering drawings
• Perform routine quality inspections using measuring tools
• Maintain accurate production records and support continuous improvement initiatives

What You Need to Bring to the Laser Operator Role

• Previous CNC laser operation experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required PPE
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Reliable transportation to Maple Grove, MN

Company Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees both at work and at home. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability coverage; and group term life insurance.

Employees also have access to Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and Dependent Care plans.

Additional perks include a 401(k) with company matching, eight paid holidays, four floating holidays, and a generous paid time off program.

The company invests in its team through an education assistance program, company-sponsored events, an annual safety shoe allowance, and a $50 monthly food mart stipend.

Employees can also enjoy onsite amenities including a fitness center, golf simulation room, and one hour of paid time each month to utilize the game room.

If you have questions about the Laser Operator job, contact our North Metro Office at 952-835-8883.