Nester Laser and Plasma Cutter

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Collinsville 

Nester Laser and Plasma Cutter Pay Rate and Hours: 

• Depending on experience 
• Monday-Friday 7:30 AM- 4:30PM 

Nester Laser and Plasma Cutter Job Description:  

• Engineering, Design, Production, and Scheduling to maximize material utilization, improve machine efficiency, and ensure accurate production output. 
• The Nester will manage CAD files, generate DXF files when necessary, and utilize Autodesk Vault and Autodesk Inventor to retrieve and create manufacturing-ready cutting files. 

Nester Laser and Plasma Cutter Skills: 

• Create efficient nests for laser and plasma cutting equipment using ProNest 2025 and TruBoost software.
• Analyze production requirements and prioritize nest creation based on manufacturing schedules.
• Optimize material usage to minimize scrap and improve production efficiency.
• Review drawings and manufacturing documentation to ensure accurate part representation and nesting.
• Retrieve engineering files from Autodesk Vault.
• Generate DXF files from Autodesk Inventor models and drawings when DXFs are not readily available.
• Maintain organized file structures and revision control in accordance with company standards.
• Verify part quantities, material specifications, and cutting requirements before releasing nests to production.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Design to resolve drawing discrepancies, missing information, or manufacturability concerns.
• Monitor machine workload and adjust nesting strategies to meet production demands.
• Experience supporting laser and plasma cutting operations in a fabrication environment.
• Understanding of material utilization strategies and manufacturing efficiency principles.
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication workflows.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems

Nester Laser and Plasma Cutter Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing, CAD/CAM programming, nesting, or related fields preferred.
• Experience using ProNest, TruBoost, or similar nesting software.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault.
• Ability to create and modify DXF files from 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication and cutting processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Key Personnel Benefits

While on Key Personnel’s payroll, you can access Key’s benefits package, including health, dental, vision, term life insurance, short term disability, PTO and more!

Apply today!  In order to make the best use of your time, only qualified applicants will be contacted.

Our office is located at 9717 E. 42nd St (Tech Ridge Office Complex on 42nd and Mingo), Tulsa, OK. Please bring a resume and ID to complete the I9 form between the hours of 8 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday.

Key Personnel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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