Laser Production Operations Lead

ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc. seeks a Production Supervisor to lead the laser department, ensuring safe, productive operations. You will oversee laser technicians, plan schedules, and ensure readiness of laser equipment while driving continuous improvement to meet customer requirements and goals.

The role requires hands-on technical support, ability to troubleshoot laser setups, and experience in CNC manufacturing. Regular presence in our Wooster facilities is expected, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology or related field; equivalent practical experience accepted.
• Experience in laser cutting/CNC manufacturing or related production environment preferred.
• Ability to safely perform laser setups and changeovers and achieve first-piece approval.
• Ability to teach, coach, and qualify others on laser setup, operation, quality checks, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily laser department operations to maintain efficient workflow and meet production requirements.
• Schedule daily work assignments, monitor staffing, and coordinate production priorities.
• Coach and develop the team, fostering accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Perform and verify laser setups and changeovers, including tooling, material verification, machine settings, and first-piece checks.
• Coordinate with other departments for program revisions, nesting changes, repairs, or process improvements.
• Monitor productivity, quality, scrap, downtime, and efficiency; drive corrective actions.

Skills

Laser operation

Leadership

Safety compliance

Continuous improvement

Education

Associate degree in Manufacturing Technology

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

ArtiFlex Manufacturing, Inc. seeks a Production Supervisor to lead the laser department, ensuring safe, productive operations. You will oversee laser technicians, plan schedules, and ensure readiness of laser equipment while driving continuous improvement to meet customer requirements and goals.

The role requires hands-on technical support, ability to troubleshoot laser setups, and experience in CNC manufacturing. Regular presence in our Wooster facilities is expected, with overtime as needed.