Weekend Laser Operator - Sheet Metal Precision

Alianza; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Alianza in Gastonia, NC is seeking an experienced Weekend Laser Operator to set up, operate, and monitor laser cutting equipment for precision sheet metal parts.

The role requires at least 1 year of hands-on manufacturing experience and prior laser cutting exposure. You must read blueprints, handle sheet metal, and follow safety protocols to maintain quality and productivity on a Friday–Sunday shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Previous hands-on experience operating laser cutting equipment required.
• Experience with reading blueprints and technical drawings helpful.
• Experience handling sheet metal and metal components.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use precision tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laser cutting machinery to cut sheet metal per production specs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Load and unload sheet metal materials (steel, stainless, aluminum, galvanized).
• Enter and adjust machine settings, cutting parameters, and CNC programs.
• Perform machine startup, operation, and shutdown per guidelines.
• Monitor operations for accuracy, efficiency, and quality.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers and gauges for tolerances.
• Document production quantities and downtime; report issues.

Skills

Laser cutting experience

Blueprint reading

Sheet metal handling

CNC parameters

Safety compliance

Job description

Alianza in Gastonia, NC is seeking an experienced Weekend Laser Operator to set up, operate, and monitor laser cutting equipment for precision sheet metal parts.

The role requires at least 1 year of hands-on manufacturing experience and prior laser cutting exposure. You must read blueprints, handle sheet metal, and follow safety protocols to maintain quality and productivity on a Friday–Sunday shift.