Laser Operator: Precision Cutting & CNC Setup (1st/2nd)

Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Metalcraft Of Mayville, Inc. is seeking a Laser Operator on 1st and 2nd shifts in Wisconsin. The role operates Bystronic and Mitsubishi CO2 lasers, performs setups, de-nests parts, and ensures parts are loaded and tracked in the JIT fabrication flow.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting basic program errors, applying G/M codes, and cross-training across laser platforms while safely operating a forklift and maintaining production records.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong laser or CNC operating background.
• Competent at basic dimensional measuring and learning precision measurement tools.
• Demonstrated competency in basic shop math.
• Ability to understand/apply knowledge of “G” and “M” codes and have applicable computer skills.
• Demonstrated blueprint reading capability, and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Ability to efficiently work in a team and coordinate work with other departments.
• Aptitude to take orders and execute the same efficiently
• Demonstrated detail orientation, self motivation skills and ability to multi-task
• High School diploma or GED Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform setups and operations on Bystronic and Mitsubishi CO2 Lasers.
• Check material thickness for accuracy and load material into laser stocker.
• De-nest and remove laser oxide from parts.
• Perform assigned work to time standards and quality expectations.
• May train others on set-up and operation of Laser.
• Identify and solve machine alignment and cut condition problems.
• Troubleshoot minor program errors independently.
• Apply basic understanding of G and M code.
• Cross Train across multiple laser platforms and cells.
• Account for time and work completed via online computer data collection system.
• Safely operate a forklift to handle materials and complete work.
• Make routine decisions and use problem solving to resolve basic manufacturing issues.
• Report and document basic material, production and quality control issues.
• Maintain performance log books on assigned area equipment, report deficiencies to the maintenance team.
• Participate in equipment preventative maintenance at the operator level.
• Ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laser/CNC operator

Forklift operation

Blueprint reading

G/M codes

Shop math

Microsoft Office

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Measurement devices

Precision tools

Job description

Metalcraft Of Mayville, Inc. is seeking a Laser Operator on 1st and 2nd shifts in Wisconsin. The role operates Bystronic and Mitsubishi CO2 lasers, performs setups, de-nests parts, and ensures parts are loaded and tracked in the JIT fabrication flow.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting basic program errors, applying G/M codes, and cross-training across laser platforms while safely operating a forklift and maintaining production records.