Laser Turret Operator - 4-Day Week, 2nd Shift, $21.50+

R & M Manufacturing Co.; Buffalo (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2nd shift differential

4 day work week

Job summary

R&M Manufacturing, part of the Arise Industrial Manufacturing family, in Buffalo, MN, seeks a Laser Turret Operator to set up, operate, and maintain CNC laser turret punch machines for precision sheet metal parts.

This 2nd shift (3:30 PM - 2:00 AM) with a $2.50 differential and a 4-day week (Mon–Thu) offers strong growth, safety focus, and team collaboration on the shop floor. You will read blueprints, perform quality inspections, and support efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating CNC laser turret machines preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work orders, and job packets.
• Proficient with basic shop math and geometry.
• Skilled in the use of measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Understanding of metal types, gauges, fabrication processes, and cutting tolerances.
• Familiarity with material handling and loading/unloading sheet metal.
• Basic computer skills; experience with CAD/CAM or machine-specific software is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC laser turret punch machines.
• Configure machine tooling, punches, dies, work-holding fixtures, offsets, and program parameters as specified.
• Load and verify proper raw materials (type, thickness, gauge) and safely load/unload metal sheets.
• Inspect and record part dimensions using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, gauge pins, and other measurement tools.
• Recognize, report, and troubleshoot issues when parts do not meet specifications.
• Maintain accurate part counts, labor data in a timely manner.
• Perform secondary operations as needed while machines are cycling.
• Unload, stack, package, or transfer finished parts to the next operation.
• Remove, sort, and dispose of scrap material.
• Perform routine machine checks, preventative maintenance, and ensure equipment functions.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Calipers/Micrometers/Gauges

Job description

R&M Manufacturing, part of the Arise Industrial Manufacturing family, in Buffalo, MN, seeks a Laser Turret Operator to set up, operate, and maintain CNC laser turret punch machines for precision sheet metal parts.

This 2nd shift (3:30 PM - 2:00 AM) with a $2.50 differential and a 4-day week (Mon–Thu) offers strong growth, safety focus, and team collaboration on the shop floor. You will read blueprints, perform quality inspections, and support efficient workflow.