Turret Laser Combo Operator- 1st - $3,500 Retention Bonus!

Lake Air Products; Vadnais Heights (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Full Benefits

401(k) Employer Match

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Retention bonus $3,500

Job summary

Lake Air Products seeks a Turret Laser Combo Set up Operator on 1st shift to set up and operate turret, laser, and combo fabrication equipment. You will produce quality sheet metal parts per blueprints, perform tooling adjustments, and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced shop.

Strong blueprint reading and troubleshooting are essential. Responsibilities include verifying loads, starting machines, and observing for malfunctions, while documenting actions and collaborating with engineers

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years operating turret punch press machines (LVD Strippit) in metal fabrication preferred.
• Excellent people skills with ability to partner with leadership.
• Flexible and able to multi-task in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities

• Load parts and verify proper surface preparation.
• Set up machines, confirm tooling and fixtures for the part.
• Monitor machine operation, detect malfunctions, and adjust as needed.
• Perform tool changes, maintain safety, quality, and productivity.
• Document actions on production and quality forms.
• Review blueprints and specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.

Skills

Blueprint reading

People skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Turret punch press (LVD Strippit)

Laser/Amada equipment

Job description

Lake Air Products is a fast-growing contract manufacturer serving medical, aerospace & defense, industrial markets and more. We are committed to quality, performance, and building strong teams while proudly living by our Core Values: Customer Focus, Passion for Performance, and Right People – Best Teams.

Position Summary

We are seeking 1st shift Turret Laser Combo Set up OperatorTurret/Laser Combo Operator is responsible for setting up and operating turret, laser, and combo fabrication equipment to produce quality sheet metal parts according to customer specifications and blueprints. This role works with state-of-the-art Amada equipment, performs tooling adjustments, inspects finished parts, and supports continuous improvement and productivity goals within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position requires strong blueprint reading, measurement, troubleshooting, and machine setup skills while maintaining safety, quality, and operational efficiency standards.

• Verify that parts are properly loaded and that surfaces are properly prepared for fabricating. Confirm machine settings, tooling, and/or fixtures are appropriate to the part being run.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required. Perform routine machine maintenance.
• Perform punching over a wide range of materials, diameters, and shapes.
• Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality forms.
• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Ability to use applied knowledge, determine tool position and order to maximize machine efficiency, adjust ram strokes and material stop gauges, etc.
• Demonstrated established knowledge and skill in performing set-ups and operating machines.
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience operating/setting up turret punch press machines (LVD Strippit)) in a metal fabrication environment (Preferred)
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission
• Flexible and able to multi-task; can work with an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems

Lake Air Products Offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Full Benefits
• 401(k) Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement

This position may be eligible for a $3,500 retention bonus for qualified full-time hires. Bonus payments are earned at designated employment milestones based on continued employment and meeting applicable eligibility requirements.

Additional details regarding the retention bonus, payment schedule, and eligibility requirements will be provided during the hiring process.

Retention bonus eligibility and payment amounts are subject to company guidelines and continued employment at the time of each scheduled payment.