Laser Operator: Precision Metal Fabrication

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is seeking a Laser Operator to join our metal fabrication team in Minnesota. The role focuses on laser setup, operation, and product loading/unloading, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and productivity.

You will read blueprints, measure parts, and run the laser computer, ensuring accurate output and timely reporting of shortages or quality concerns. A high school diploma and basic math skills are required; English communication and basic computer literacy

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment in metal fabrication and/or Laser operation.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem solving.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide) using a calculator.
• Read tape measures, blueprints and process sheets in standard and metric.
• Able to communicate in English (spoken, read, write, understand).

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and adjust machinery according to laser setup sheet and Kanban cards.
• Operate the laser computer.
• Load raw steel to laser and unload finished product.
• Perform visual inspection of raw steel and finished jobs.
• Advise lead/supervisor of shortages or poor quality materials/products.
• Count pieces to ensure no extras or missing parts.
• Tag completed jobs with date, quantity, and producer’s name.
• Report supply needs and equipment breakdowns to lead/supervisor.
• Maintain department equipment and complete daily PM log.
• Complete required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Operate hoist and manual pallet jack.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Laser operation

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Reading tape measures

English communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is seeking a Laser Operator to join our metal fabrication team in Minnesota. The role focuses on laser setup, operation, and product loading/unloading, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and productivity.

You will read blueprints, measure parts, and run the laser computer, ensuring accurate output and timely reporting of shortages or quality concerns. A high school diploma and basic math skills are required; English communication and basic computer literacy