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Laser Operator

$18 - $19 per hour

Aerotek

Laser Helper

The Laser Helper will assist the operator in loading material and performing operations, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on CNC machines.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the operator in loading materials for CNC Trumpf Laser operations.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment as needed.
  • Understand and operate laser technology and sheet metal machinery.
  • Utilize micrometers, calipers, multimeters, and encoders for precise measurements.
  • Conduct machine setup for efficient operations.

Essential Skills

  • Experience with CNC machines and laser operations.
  • Understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Familiarity with micrometers, calipers, multimeters, and encoders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Training will be required for the first 2-3 weeks on the job.
  • Ability to perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting.

Why Work Here?

Join a fast-growing, family-owned machine shop that values flexibility and work-life balance. Enjoy competitive benefits including 4 PTO days to start, a 5% 401 K match, 1 week vacation at 6 months, and up to 3 weeks of vacation after a few years. Benefit from overtime pay at 1.5 times after 8 hours in a day, after 40 hours in a week, on Saturdays, and double time on Sundays if working a seventh day.

Work Environment

Work in an open air machine shop equipped with fabrication, welding, and CNC machinery. Experience a somewhat clean environment where masks are not required.

2nd shift from 4 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. with flexibility in hours based on production needs. During slow periods, 4pm - 12 midnight is customary.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattanooga, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2026.

Aerotek
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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