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Laser Operator

Max Manufacturing Inc.
Bend, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026
As a leading fabrication shop in Central Oregon, we are dedicated to delivering quality products that support and strengthen our communities. Our teams consistently bring their “A” game to every project.

The Laser Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC laser cutting equipment to produce high-quality parts according to specifications. This role supports production goals by ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to safety standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Set up and operate CNC laser cutting machines
  • Load/unload raw materials
  • Read and interpret blueprints, job travelers, and work orders
  • Adjust machine settings for optimal cutting
  • Perform first-piece and in-process inspections
  • Deburr, clean, or prep parts as needed
  • Monitor machine performance and troubleshoot minor issues
  • Perform routine maintenance
  • Maintain production logs and documentation
  • Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
  • Coordinate with programmers, supervisors and other departments

Qualifications & Experience

  • High school diploma or GED (technical training is a plus)
  • 1-3 years of CNC or laser cutting experience
  • Strong attention to detail and quality control
  • Experience with sheet metal fabrication
  • Familiarity with CNC controls
  • Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • Shop/manufacturing environment
  • Ability to stand for long periods on concrete floors
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
  • Bend, squat, twist, and reach while loading/unloading laser tables
  • Exposure to noise, dust, and industrial environments
  • Use hands and arms in moderately strenuous tasks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Benefits

Max Manufacturing benefit offerings cover medical, dental, vision, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), One Pass, life insurance, mental health wellbeing, medical transportation, supplemental insurance for tough situations life throws at you, a generous 401k plan, and accrued paid time off (PTO).

Employment Eligibility & Relationship Disclaimer

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

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