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TRUMPF Laser Operator

Surge Staffing

TRUMPF Laser Operator – CNC Laser

  • We are seeking an experienced Laser Operator to set up and operate CNC laser-cutting equipment used to produce precision sheet-metal components.
  • The ideal candidate will have experience operating CNC laser equipment, reading blueprints, setting up machines, handling sheet metal, and performing quality inspections.
  • TRUMPF TruLaser experience is strongly preferred, but candidates with other CNC laser experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate CNC laser-cutting machines.
  • Operate

TRUMPF TruLaser equipment

  • and related production systems.
  • Select and load CNC programs for production jobs.
  • Review work orders, blueprints, nesting layouts, and material specifications.
  • Verify material type, grade, thickness, and sheet size before production.
  • Monitor the laser-cutting process and make adjustments as needed.
  • Troubleshoot machine alarms, cutting issues, programs, nozzles, lenses, and assist gases.
  • Perform first-piece and finished-part inspections.
  • Check parts for dimensions, hole locations, edge quality, and overall conformance.
  • Use calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other measuring tools.
  • Remove, sort, count, label, and organize finished parts.

Requirements

CNC laser-cutting equipment

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, work orders, and nesting layouts.
  • Knowledge of sheet-metal grades, thicknesses, and laser-cutting processes.
  • Basic shop math, fractions, decimals, and measurement skills.
  • Experience using calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other inspection tools.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
  • Basic computer and CNC machine-control skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts.
  • Ability to work independently and follow production priorities.
  • Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
  • Must be able to pass a practical machine-operation or skills test, if required.

Preferred

  • preferred.
  • TRUMPF TruLaser experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience with fiber or CO₂ laser equipment is a plus.

Pay

$20–$28/hr, based on experience and interview

Shift

  • 1st or 2nd Shift
  • 1st Shift:
  • 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday
  • 2nd Shift:
  • 3:00 PM–1:30 AM, Monday–Thursday

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, and pull for extended periods.
  • Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to safely handle sheet metal and fabricated components.
  • Ability to work around machinery, sharp edges, noise, compressed gases, and moving equipment.
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