Machine Operator - Laser - 3rd Shift

Olympic Steel, Inc.; Trenton (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Referral program

Job summary

Olympic Steel is seeking a Laser Operator to cut parts on laser machines and ensure proper removal and packaging. You will verify table values, nozzle selection, material checks, cut quality, and product inspections. You are responsible for the quantity and quality of parts off the table.

The role requires at least a high school diploma and 3+ years of hands-on laser cutting experience, with strong troubleshooting, laser programming, and preventive maintenance skills.

Qualifications

• Operate laser cutting machines to ensure cut quality.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience operating laser cutting machines.
• Troubleshoot laser operation: materials, feed/speed, nozzles, and lenses.
• Upload/modify laser program parameters to maximize cutting efficiency.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance on optics and gas systems.
• Inspect material for quality conformance using drawings and measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser cutting machines and ensure cut quality.
• Remove and identify cut parts from cutting tables and packaging them.
• Verify proper table values, nozzle selection, and material checks.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area around the laser tables.
• Achieve high-quality parts with accurate dimensions and tolerances.

Skills

Laser cutting

Troubleshooting

Laser programming

Preventive maintenance

Crane operation

Quality inspection

Measuring tools

Education

High School diploma

Job description

About Olympic Steel

Since 1954, Olympic Steel has been focused on safe, profitable, and sustainable growth through the direct sale of a wide range of processed metal products and several metal-intensive branded products. Guided by our Core Values, we put safety first – always, and we believe in cultivating an inclusive workplace where employee belonging, and empowerment are foundational to everything we do. Olympic Steel offers employees the best of both worlds: the culture and community of a closely connected team with the resources, opportunity and stability of a large, growing organization. Learn more about Olympic Steel at iamolympicsteel.com.

Job Description

TheLaserOperatorposition is responsible for all job tasks associated with the cutting of the parts and the proper removal and identification of the cut parts from the cutting table and packaging, including but not limited to: ensuring proper tech table values, nozzle selection, material checks, cut quality, transformations and product inspections. As the Laser Operator, you are responsible for the quality and quantity of the parts coming off the table(s).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience operating laser cutting machinesstrongly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting skills related to laser operation, including materials, feed/speed settings, nozzles, and laser lens/consumables
• Proficiency in uploading and modifying laser program parameters to maximize cutting efficiency
• Ability to perform daily preventative maintenance tasks such as cleaning optics/lenses and monitoring gas levels
• Solid understanding of laser cutting parameters with the ability to visually identify cutting issues and apply effective problem-solving techniques to adjust settings accordingly
• General knowledge of crane operation and ancillary lifting devices.
• Detail oriented with ability to inspect material for quality conformance through the use of measuring devices and drawings.

Why Work for Olympic Steel

Olympic Steel offers comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement & Employee Discount Programs
• Referral program

We offer more than a competitive total compensation package. We provide our employees the ability to build a meaningful life-long career. When you work at Olympic Steel, you can make a significant impact – at our company, in the local community and in the world. For a comprehensive view of our benefits visit Steelperks.com.