CNC Laser Cutting Programmer-Operator

Job Description

Job Description

About Apex Laser

Precision, speed, and quality are the heartbeat of Apex Laser. We build high‑tolerance parts from steel, aluminum, and stainless for diverse industries, and we do it in a fast, innovative shop where ideas quickly become finished components.

Imagine starting your shift with a hot coffee and a clear plan. You scan the queue, load the next job, and nest parts to minimize scrap. You dial in gas pressure, focal offset, and cut speeds, then watch the first part glide free—clean edges, tight tolerances, zero burr. While the machine hums, you’re already staging the next sheet, reading prints, and double‑checking specs so there’s no wasted motion. When a cut line flares or a pierce hesitates, you troubleshoot on the fly and keep production flowing.

• Program and operate industrial CNC laser cutters to produce precision parts from steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and customer specifications with complete accuracy.
• Optimize performance by adjusting gas pressure, focal point, and feed rates; resolve errors and cut defects quickly.
• Plan ahead by staging materials, nesting, and sequencing work to reduce downtime in a fast-paced environment.
• Handle materials safely using a forklift and manual lifts for loading/unloading sheets and finished parts.
• Verify quality with meticulous inspections to ensure parts meet strict standards before they move downstream.

• Proven background operating and programming industrial laser cutting equipment.
• Technical fluency with machine controls and parameter tuning; confident blueprint and print-reading skills.
• Troubleshooter’s mindset —you anticipate, prevent, and solve issues before they become delays.
• Physical readiness to lift heavy materials and safely run a forklift (certification preferred or willing to certify).
• Clear communicator —strong written and verbal communication with teammates and across departments.
• Detail obsessed —because “close enough” isn’t in your vocabulary.

• Competitive Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour based on experience.
• Stability: Full-time hours in a growing, state-of-the-art facility, with overtime opportunities available.

Ready to keep production seamless? Send your resume and a brief note about your laser cutting experience to View email address on ziprecruiter.com or apply directly through this platform.

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