Laser Operator: Precision Fabrication Pro - Weekly Pay

Express Employment Professionals; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a Laser Operator for a local fabrication company in Saint Joseph, MO. This role focuses on operating and monitoring laser cutting equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet specifications in a fast-paced environment.

You will load materials, perform basic measurements, inspect finished parts, and maintain a clean, safe workspace. Weekly pay and a full-time, long-term opportunity are offered to dependable team players.

Qualifications

• Previous laser operation, CNC, fabrication, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with metal parts and production equipment is a plus.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor laser cutting equipment
• Load raw material and unload finished parts
• Read and follow blueprints, work orders, travelers, and process sheets
• Verify that parts meet required specifications
• Inspect finished pieces for quality and accuracy
• Measure parts using appropriate measuring tools
• Monitor machine performance and report issues
• Make basic adjustments as needed
• Properly sort, label, and stage completed parts
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow all company safety and production procedures
• Ability to read blueprints and production instructions
• Strong math and measurement skills
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to accurately identify and inspect parts
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a production environment
• Dependable and punctual
• Detail-oriented
• Self-motivated
• Team player
• Willing to learn
• Able to stay focused in a fast-paced environment
• Previous laser operation, CNC, fabrication, or manufacturing experience preferred
• Experience working with metal parts and production equipment is a plus
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Candidates with strong mechanical or manufacturing backgrounds are encouraged to apply

Skills

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Part inspection

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Production efficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laser equipment

CNC machinery

Job description

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a Laser Operator for a local fabrication company in Saint Joseph, MO. This role focuses on operating and monitoring laser cutting equipment, reading blueprints, and ensuring parts meet specifications in a fast-paced environment.

You will load materials, perform basic measurements, inspect finished parts, and maintain a clean, safe workspace. Weekly pay and a full-time, long-term opportunity are offered to dependable team players.