Punch / Laser Operator - SWING SHIFT

Sytech-Precision; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision with premium

401K with 4% Match

Life and AD&D Insurance

PTO and sick leave

6 paid holidays

Job summary

Sytech Inc. in Spokane, WA seeks a Punch / Laser Operator to set up, run, and inspect CNC turret punch operations. You will read drawings, select tooling, verify tolerances, and keep the line productive while maintaining safety and quality.

The role emphasizes lean practices, teamwork, and continuous improvement with cross‑functional support. Wages are $21–$24 per hour DOE, with benefits and a focus on reliable, accurate workmanship.

Qualifications

• Experience with Armada equipment and CNC processes.
• Basic PC skills to operate shop software.
• Familiarity with 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret BOMs/routers.
• Ability to use measurement tools to verify parts.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC turret punch equipment.
• Read BOMs and blueprints and select proper tooling.
• Load sheet metal and maintain clean work areas.
• Perform quality checks against prints and specs.
• Troubleshoot production issues and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Armada equipment

Basic PC skills

5S/Lean Manufacturing

Read blueprints

Measurement tools

Identify materials/gauge of steel

Safety conscious

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Problem solving

Job description

Sytech Inc., is a fast-paced Precision Sheet Metal Fabrication Company located in Spokane seeking a Punch / Laser Operator. We are seeking a highly self‑motivated individual who is willing to be a valued member of our team. This is a very unique position and we require this individual to be flexible and willing to keep the customers in mind at all times; while maintaining Quality of Workmanship, Safety, Accountability, and Teamwork, which is vital to our mission.

The individual in this position will review work orders, manufacturing drawings and set‑up sheets, select proper tools, set‑up machine and produce a test piece to qualify correct setup with Quality Management. The Operator will work within quality guidelines to ensure that parts are compliant to customer requirements.

The position will assist in the development and improvement of company operating procedure under its Lean Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Program.

Responsibilities

• Arranging and loading sheet metal onto rolling rack
• Pull sheet metal material when needed using a forklift
• Call up appropriate program, set‑up and operate CNC turret punch
• Read and interpret bills of materials (BOM) and blueprints
• Select proper die clearances based on material requirements
• Change tooling as required and perform scheduled maintenance tasks (i.e. tool sharpening)
• Deburr parts
• Check dimensions such as gauge, height and width, holes and cut‑outs against print
• Follow production schedule as assigned
• Responsible for keeping work area(s) clean
• Participate and work in a team atmosphere
• Maintain high productivity and quality workmanship
• Perform quality checks on machined parts
• Troubleshoot during production run to maintain quality throughout
• Parts clean up
• Fork lift operation.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Salary: $21.00 TO $24.00 per hour DOE
• Medical, Dental and Vision with premium sharing
• 401‑K with 4% Match
• Life and AD&D Insurance of $50,000 with additional Voluntary benefits available
• 1 week of PTO after a year
• Sick leave based on WA leave policy
• 6 paid holidays

Requirements

Physical Demands

• Requires lifting and pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Rotation of head/neck, bending and twisting at the waist, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching
• Physical and visual acuity to effectively perform duties.
• Use of high and low impact vibratory tools
• Flexion/extension
• Contact with metals, lubricants, solvents
• Exposure to noise, and the use of personal safety gear for face, eyes, hand/arm and ears.
• Must be able to stand for 8 to 12 hours.
• Able to maintain a quick and steady pace working efficiently throughout the shift.
• Where the temperature in the building cannot be controlled, work may be done in hot environments (especially during summer months).

Environmental Exposure

• Contact with metals, lubricants, solvents, and exposure to noise
• Confined spaces, high noise levels, moving objects such as forklifts and carts.
• Exposure to hot temperature when working near ovens or in areas of the building that cannot be temperature controlled (especially during summer months).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of Armada equipment
• Basic computer PC skills
• ISO experience a plus
• Understanding of 5S and Lean Manufacturing
• Ability to identify different materials and gauge of steel
• Ability to use various measurement equipment (tape measure, calipers)
• Read and interpret blueprints and routers
• Safely and properly use a wide variety of shop tools, including hand and power tools.
• Highly organized and attentive to tight deadlines with a sharp attention to details
• Work cooperatively with others in a team environment
• Follow directions in standard practices and procedures
• Has the ability to interpret production schedules and make sound decisions regarding the priority and timing of parts to be cut
• Communicates and works well in routine and unplanned circumstances with engineering, management, and shop personnel
• Work independently with minimal supervision but able to communicate and work with other departments.
• Ability to verify quality using simple precision measurement equipment
• Demonstrate motivation, initiative and good work ethics
• Safety conscious and have good problem solving skills
• Mechanical aptitude

Culture/Expectations

All employees are expected to understand and maintain the core values of Sytech. The Core Values of Sytech are VITAL to the mission and to the future growth and the quality of the products that we manufacture.

Staff are always expected to act in a safe manner and ensure that those around them do not put themselves or others at risk. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. At ALL times working safely is a condition of employment.

All employees are expected to interact with other members of the organization in a professional and respectful manner with the goal of producing on‑time and quality work being the highest priority. Friendly interpersonal relationships are encouraged, but performance and quality, focus and productivity are required.

All employees must maintain a professional attitude and approach to issues within the company, their own department, and other departments with which they interact.

This Job description is not all inclusive other job duties can and will be assigned.