Laser Operator – Precision Metal Cutter

Chatham Steel Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Chatham Steel Corporation in Savannah, GA seeks an experienced laser operator to perform advanced production tasks on laser machinery. You will review blueprints and work orders, select materials, and set up the laser unit for safe operation, ensuring correct speeds, feeds, and tolerances.

The role requires hands-on experience with laser cutting, ability to read specs, perform quality inspections, and maintain equipment with proper safety practices.

Qualifications

• 0–5 years of relevant experience or equivalent education
• High School diploma/GED preferred
• Ability to pass a respirator fitness test if required
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred
• Experience setting up, operating, and troubleshooting laser machines preferred
• Adequate manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination required
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions relevant to work
• Basic measurement and math skills required
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to use software applications
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
• Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge and judgment

Responsibilities

• Operate advanced laser machines to perform production tasks
• Review blueprints, work orders, and tooling instructions
• Select correct material according to work order
• Set up laser cutting unit for safe operation (nozzles, speeds, feeds)
• Determine processing specs (materials, sizes, tolerances)
• Position work pieces for processing on machines
• Operate laser machines according to workload
• Adjust controls for cutting speed, depth, feed rates
• Measure pieces with calipers and micrometers for spec conformance
• Perform quality inspections on finished products, including in-process inspections
• Maintain equipment and perform routine cleaning
• Diagnose problems and adjust equipment
• Coordinate and execute material handling
• Complete paperwork and restock materials
• Mark materials as needed for processing and shipping
• Ensure safety and quality standards compliance

Skills

Laser machine operation

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Measurement with calipers/micrometers

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting laser systems

Multi-tasking

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Laser machines

Job description

Chatham Steel Corporation in Savannah, GA seeks an experienced laser operator to perform advanced production tasks on laser machinery. You will review blueprints and work orders, select materials, and set up the laser unit for safe operation, ensuring correct speeds, feeds, and tolerances.

The role requires hands-on experience with laser cutting, ability to read specs, perform quality inspections, and maintain equipment with proper safety practices.