Tube Laser Machine Operator 1st and 2nd Shift

John W. McDougall Co., Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental

401k with company match

PTO

Job summary

John W. McDougall in Nashville, TN, is seeking a skilled Tube Laser Operator for 1st and 2nd shifts to support metal fabrication operations.

You will load material, read drawings, run programs, perform inspections, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery. Experience with laser, plasma, or related fabrication equipment is a plus; training available for motivated candidates. The role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a family-owned business.

Qualifications

• Load material at machine and read basic mechanical drawings.
• Upload and run programs from machine controller.
• Perform preventative maintenance schedules.
• Proficient in first article, in-process, and final inspections of parts.
• Maintain safe, efficient production with on-time delivery.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and overhead crane as required.
• Monitor equipment, tools, and consumables wear and request external maintenance when required.
• Deburr parts as required and package per customer requirements.
• Assist training for new operators as needed.

Skills

Read drawings

Machine operation

Quality inspections

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Trumpf equipment

Job description

Description

At John W. McDougall, we are more than just a leader in metal and facade solutions—we are a third-generation, family-owned business driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and a passion for transforming vision into reality. With a legacy of delivering iconic projects, we take pride in exceeding customer expectations while fostering an environment where our people thrive.

We are looking for a skilled Tube Laser Operator for our 1st and 2nd Shift operations.

Requirements

• Load material at Machine
• Read and have basic understanding of mechanical drawing
• Upload and run program from machine controller
• Perform preventative maintenance schedules
• Proficient in first article, in-process, and final inspections of parts
• Ability to work with management to ensure finished products are produced in the safest, most efficient manner, while maintaining legendary quality and on-time delivery
• Deburr parts as required
• Responsible for packaging parts per customer requirements
• Monitor equipment, tools, and consumables wear and request external maintenance when required
• Operate fork lift and overhead crane as required
• Ability to run Trumpf equipment is a plus
• Ability to perform basic programming a plus
• Ability to run other basic fabrication equipment is a plus
• Willing to train but must have previous flat laser, plasma, waterjet, or machining experience

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short Term and Life Insurance Policies offered
• 401k with company match up to 4%
• Company sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• PTO

Drug-Free Workplace

We provide and require a drug-free workplace. All new hires will be subject to a pre-employment drug screening as well as randomly selected drug screenings for the duration of employment with our company.

If you are a motivated and experienced Tube Laser Machine Operator looking to join a high-quality team, we encourage you to apply!