Laser Sheet Metal Technician: Precision Machining

Weiss Technik North America, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Weiss Technik North America, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring a full-time technical operator to handle laser operation, brake press setup, and sheet metal assembly for painting readiness.

The role requires reading mechanical drawings, using precision measuring tools, and maintaining safety while handling heavy metal parts. The ideal candidate has prior manufacturing experience, a good attendance record, and the ability to follow procedures with accuracy, including decimal-to-fraction

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous manufacturing experience required.
• Experience with Trumpf Flat Bed Laser preferred.
• Good attendance history expected.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and parts lists.
• Mathematical proficiency for decimal-to-fraction conversion.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload sheet metal onto racks.
• Read tape measure and identify material from parts list.
• Operate laser and brake press setup for fabrication.
• Move sheet metal with overhead crane; place and label finished pieces.
• Maintain laser equipment: clean pans, replace filters, perform routine upkeep.
• Read engineering drawings and ensure proper cleaning of chamber components.
• Use PPE when operating laser and brake press; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Math skills

Procedures following

Attendance history

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Trumpf Flat Bed Laser

Brake press

Overhead crane

Calipers

Tape measure

Job description

Weiss Technik North America, Inc. in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring a full-time technical operator to handle laser operation, brake press setup, and sheet metal assembly for painting readiness.

The role requires reading mechanical drawings, using precision measuring tools, and maintaining safety while handling heavy metal parts. The ideal candidate has prior manufacturing experience, a good attendance record, and the ability to follow procedures with accuracy, including decimal-to-fraction