What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tube Laser Operator – 1st & 3rd Shift position at MLB Workforce?
We are hiring BLM Tube Laser Operators for a leading steel fabrication and processing company in Charlotte, NC.
If you have hands-on experience operating BLM tube/pipe laser cutting equipment and are comfortable working from blueprints in a precision manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.
PAY & SCHEDULE
- $25.00–$27.00 per hour, based on experience
- 1st Shift: 6:00 AM–2:30 PM
- 3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:30AM
- Full-time position
- Immediate openings
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
- Set up and operate tube laser cutting equipment to produce steel parts to specification
- Read and follow blueprints, fabrication drawings, weld drawings, and production work orders
- Load steel tube, pipe, and structural material into the machine and safely remove completed parts
- Monitor the cutting process and make necessary machine adjustments to maintain quality, accuracy, and production efficiency
- Inspect finished parts and verify dimensions using calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other precision measuring tools
- Identify and correct basic machine or cutting issues to minimize downtime and material waste
- Perform routine equipment care and preventive maintenance, including nozzle changes and lens cleaning
- Use forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling equipment as needed
- Follow established quality and safety procedures while maintaining an organized work area
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 1 year of Tube laser operating experience required
- Tube/pipe laser experience strongly preferred
- Experience with BLM tube laser equipment is highly preferred
- Previous experience in steel fabrication, metal processing, or manufacturing preferred
- Blueprint and fabrication drawing reading experience required
- Forklift experience required
- Ability to accurately use calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other measuring tools
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work safely around steel, machinery, forklifts, and overhead cranes
- High school diploma or equivalent required
BENEFITS
Full-time employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
APPLY TODAY
If you have tube laser experience and are ready for a full-time opportunity with an established steel fabrication and processing operation, we encourage you to apply.
Apply now with your resume for immediate consideration or visit MLB Workforce online to apply.
Work Location: Charlotte, NC 28273 – In Person
Job Type: Full-Time
Equal Employment Opportunity
MLB Workforce and its client are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Tube Laser: 1 year (Required)
- Forklift: 1 year (Required)
- Blueprint reading: 1 year (Required)
- Steel Industry : 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $27