Laser OperatorCompensation, Shift, & Location DetailsPay Rate: $18.00 to $23.00/hour (depending on experience)
(1st Shift) Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Dayton, OH 45404
Experience: 1+ years of experience in a metal fabrication or HVAC manufacturing environment.
Are you a detail-oriented maker who thrives in a high-tech shop environment? PrideStaff, a leading nationalworkforce solutions firm, has partnered with a premier ductwork supplier located in Dayton, needing a Laser
Operator. You aren't just pushing buttons—you are the first step in a complex manufacturing chain. You willtransform raw sheets of steel into the precision components that power skyscrapers, hospitals, and industrialplants.
Key Responsibilities:- Machine Operation: Set up and operate high-powered CNC laser cutting systems (Fiber or CO2) for avariety of metal gauges.
- Material Handling: Load and unload large-format metal sheets using forklifts or overhead cranes, ensuringsafe and efficient material flow.
- Quality Verification: Perform "first-part" inspections using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures toensure dimensions match technical drawings.
- Part Processing: De-tab, sort, and organize cut parts by job number to keep downstream fabricationdepartments running smoothly.
- Preventative Maintenance: Conduct daily machine "checks" including nozzle cleaning, lens inspection,and assist with assist-gas cylinder swap-outs.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate logs of material usage and job completion to assist with inventorytracking.
Why This Role is For You:- Tangible Results: Watch your work evolve from a flat sheet of metal into massive, 10-foot industrialsystems.
- Skill Growth: Gain expert-level knowledge of metallurgy, tolerances, and the "art of the cut" acrossvarious gauges and materials.
What You’ll Need to Succeed- Ability to read basic blueprints and understand sheet metal decimal equivalents.
- Strong physical stamina; able to lift 50 lbs and navigate a busy shop floor.
- A "measure twice, cut once" mentality.
- Experience in a fast-paced metal fab shop or a hunger to master the trade.
- The physical drive to handle heavy-gauge materials and the mental focus to maintain tight tolerances.
Ready to Level Up Your Career?Apply today and have an updated resume ready for consideration.
Have any questions? Give us a call at (937) 965-0765.
PrideStaff wants YOU to succeed! Our dedicated team of consultants provide employment market insights and resources so we can offer the support you need along the way. Over the years, we have helped tens of thousands of people find outstanding career growth opportunities. At PrideStaff, we truly value people, and we are dedicated to getting to know you and advocating on your behalf with our network of employers from across the country! Our Recruiters will help guide you with career tools and resources to ensure your success!
Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $18.00 - $23.00 Per Hour
