Laser/Turret Operator

About This Role

The Laser/Turret Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC laser cutting and CNC turret punch machines to produce high-quality sheet metal parts according to engineering specifications. This dual-skilled role involves reading blueprints, selecting materials, monitoring machine performance, and performing quality inspections to support efficient workflow on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC laser cutting machines and CNC turret punch machines
• Configure machine tooling, punches, dies, work-holding fixtures, offsets, and program parameters as specified
• Load and verify proper raw materials (type, thickness, gauge) and safely load/unload metal sheets
• Inspect and record part dimensions using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, gauge pins, and other measurement tools
• Recognize, report, and troubleshoot issues when parts do not meet specifications
• Maintain accurate part counts, job information, and labor data in a timely manner
• Perform secondary operations as needed while machines are cycling (deburring, sorting, packaging, etc.)
• Unload, stack, package, or transfer finished parts to the next operation
• Remove, sort, and dispose of scrap material
• Perform routine machine checks, basic preventative maintenance, and ensure equipment is functioning properly
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including sweeping, cleaning cutting tables, emptying scrap bins, and handling materials via pallet jack or forklift

Requirements

• Prior experience operating CNC laser cutting machines
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work orders, and job packets
• Proficient with basic shop math and geometry
• Skilled in the use of measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Understanding of metal types, gauges, fabrication processes, and cutting tolerances
• Familiarity with material handling and loading/unloading sheet metal

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating CNC laser cutting machines required; turret punch experience preferred but not required.

Nice to Have

• Turret punch experience
• Basic computer skills
• Experience with CAD/CAM or machine-specific software

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits