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Laser Operator

A.R.G. Group Inc.
Independence, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 9/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/17/2027

Job description:

Job description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Understands the use of equipment, sheet loader, and laser conveyor.
  • Determines parts to be cut and selects desired cutting program.
  • Ensures sheet metal is properly positioned on cutting surface.
  • Completion of work orders required for that shift in a timely fashion following the correct order schedule.
  • Monitors laser machine during cutting process.
  • Conducts ongoing visual inspection of parts, ensuring correct sizes and tolerances, before forwarding to next procedure.
  • Count all pieces to ensure correct quantities, and complete necessary paperwork, tags, and quality enhancement sheets.
  • Performs preventative and daily maintenance on laser machine as required.
  • Identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Maintain and practice good housekeeping.

· Follows and comply with all Operational Procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs (i.e. IATF, ISO 14001)

  • Any other duties as may be assigned.

Characteristics

· Capable of working collaboratively and effectively with others.

· Personal commitment to high quality standards. Strong communication skills and an ability to formulate positive interpersonal relationships.

· Perceptive, responsible and accountable.

· Team player.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with a minimum of three (3) months experience.

· Metal Fabrication experience preferred.

· Ability to interpret blueprints / shop fabrication drawings.

· Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.

· Mathematically inclined.

· Comfortable to work with large size components.

· Experience operating overhead crane equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

  • Second Shift (Preferred)
  • Third Shift (Preferred)

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Pay: $18.00 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20

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