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Laser Operator

Royston Plant
Bessemer, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026

Operator-Laser 2nd Shift 

Monday - Friday 3:00 pm- 11:30pm


Position Summary (major areas of contribution):

The Laser Operator follows instructions on the job traveler to cut parts required to build product.  The success of this position is based on effectively carrying out the following “Essential Functions of the Position.”


Essential Functions / Job Responsibilities:

• Able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week

• Perform various tasks related to operation of the laser and other duties as assigned

• Communicate effectively with team, coworkers, management, and office personnel

• Work independently and in a team environment

• Meet company-wide continuous improvement, performance goals and safety policies

• Perform basic computer skills 

• Read and operate measurement tools

• Program CNC laser equipment 

• Create programs that nest parts utilizing company supplied software/computer


Minimum Qualifications / Skills:

• Results driven

• Strong Communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Attention to detail

• Time Management

• Ability to read blue prints

• Ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines


Experience 

High School Diploma or equivalent

Must be able to read and understand assembly drawings, sketches and blueprints.

Must be able to accurately identify measurements of parts and determine require machine operations from the measurement.

Basic math and mechanical ability

Perform typical laser cutting operations.

Operate the CNC laser cutting machine

Set up laser machine based on material type and thickness, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal performance of the equipment 

Read work orders to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances.


Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will go prolong periods standing or walking in an assigned area, is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must unaided lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform all the essential duties of this position with or without accommodation, so long as the accommodation does not cause undue hardship. This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all tasks and duties, which may differ from time to time depending on the business unit and the needs of the company.

 Your employment is “at will.” This means that your employment is for no specific term and that your employment may be terminated with or without cause and with or without notice either at your option or at the option of the Company. This also means that the terms and conditions of your employment may be changed with or without cause and with or without notice, including, but not limited to, demotion, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, duties and location of work.



Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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