Trumpf Laser Operator

Jet Flow Design, LLC/JFD CUTTING; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

JFD Cutting is a family-owned laser and waterjet cutting job shop operating since 2013. We seek a machine operator to set up, calibrate, and run semi-automated machinery, inspect outputs, and keep precise production records.

The role requires hands-on mechanical skills, familiarity with blueprints and manuals, and strong attention to detail. Candidates should be able to work in a physically demanding environment in Alaska.

Qualifications

• Clear communication in speaking and writing; ready to follow instructions.
• Strong leadership and training ability.
• Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced ability to read blueprints and manuals.
• Excellent mechanical skills; able to use tools for simple repairs.
• Strong time management and organization.
• Keen attention to maintenance, product, or operation issues.
• Ability to stand or sit in physically demanding positions for long periods.
• Proven experience as a machine operator.
• Experience with high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer).
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals.
• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines (calibration, cleaning, etc.) to start a production cycle.
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g., speed).
• Feed raw materials or parts to semi-automated machines.
• Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools.
• Test operation of machines periodically.
• Fix issues that might occur during the shift.
• Check output to spot machine-related mistakes or flaws.
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Read blueprints & manuals

Mechanical skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Caliper

Micrometer

Job description

Job Description

What you would do:

• Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle
• Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)
• Feed raw materials or parts to semi-automated machines
• Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools
• Test operation of machines periodically
• Fix issues that might occur during the shift
• Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products

What you need:

• Effective communication, include speaking, writing, active listening and taking instruction
• Good leadership and training skills
• Quick troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Advanced knowledge of following blueprints and manuals
• Excellent mechanical skills, including comfort with using tools to make simple repairs
• Great time management
• Keen attention to detail to identify maintenance, product or operations issues
• Ability to stand, sit or be in other physically demanding positions for long periods of time
• Proven experience as a machine operator
• Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
• Understanding of production procedures
• Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication skills

Company Description

JFD Cutting is a family owned and operated small business. We are a laser and waterjet cutting job shop that started in 2013.

JFD Cutting is a family owned and operated small business. We are a laser and waterjet cutting job shop that started in 2013.