Laser Machine Operator

Laser Machine Operator

TOPS Staffing is looking for an experienced Machine Operator to join a growing metal fabrication operation in the Petersburg, VA area. This is a 2nd or 3rd shift position, will train on daylight for 2 weeks and move to your assigned off shift. This is an experienced operator position — not an entry-level opportunity. If you've operated CNC equipment, laser tables, press brakes, punch presses, plasma tables, saws, machining centers, or other industrial machinery, this could be a great opportunity to turn your experience into a long-term career with strong earning potential.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

• $21-$23/hr starting pay, based on experience
• $1,500-$2,000 average monthly production bonus after hire-in
• Paid training on the day shift
• Modern CNC laser cutting equipment
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturer

Schedule Training: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM Approximately 2 weeks After Training – Afternoon Shift: Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM-11:30 PM

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating CNC laser cutting equipment used to process heavy steel plate while making sure production stays safe, accurate, and efficient.
• Loading and unloading steel using overhead cranes and other material-handling equipment
• Monitoring machine operation and making basic adjustments through the HMI
• Reading blueprints and shop drawings
• Measuring parts and checking dimensions for accuracy
• Inspecting finished parts for quality
• Removing burrs and finishing parts with grinders and hand tools
• Maintaining a clean and safe production area
• Following production and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience operating machinery in a metal fabrication, machining, steel processing, or industrial manufacturing environment
• CNC or other computer-controlled machine experience is strongly preferred
• Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure and perform basic quality checks
• Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Overhead crane or forklift experience is a plus
• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance

The Earning Potential

Starting pay is $21-$23/hour based on experience. + monthly bonus once hired on by client. After approximately 90 days, employees who transition to the client's payroll become eligible for a monthly production incentive that averages $1,500-$2,000 per month. That means experienced operators have the opportunity to significantly increase their monthly and annual earnings through production performance.

If you have real manufacturing machine operating experience and want a position where your skills can translate into higher earnings, apply today. TOPS Staffing is actively scheduling interviews.