CNC Laser Operator

1st shift: 6am - 2:30pm Mon - Fri

Pay Rate: $25/hr and up

Job Description

The Laser Operator sets up and operates laser cutting equipment and related machinery to produce high-quality metal components in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This technical role focuses on machine operation, metal bending and punching, and material handling to support the production team and ensure parts meet precise specifications and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate the laser machine and other production machinery to cut, bend, and punch metal products according to work orders and drawings.
• Assist other machine operators with running various machines as needed to support overall production flow.
• Perform basic equipment setup, adjustments, and inspections using precision measuring and gauging tools.
• Apply working knowledge of shield gases while operating the laser cutting equipment to ensure proper machine performance and part quality.
• Operate a fork truck to move material into and out of storage racks and designated work areas.
• Check parts for quality to confirm they meet specified tolerances and customer requirements.
• Read and interpret work orders, drawings, and production documentation to complete jobs correctly and efficiently.

Essential Skills

• Ability to operate laser cutting machinery and related production equipment safely and effectively.
• Demonstrated experience with machine operating in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.
• Ability to check parts for quality and verify that parts meet specifications and tolerances.
• Basic math skills, including proven ability to work with measurements and perform fraction-to-decimal conversions.
• Ability to read a tape measure or scale accurately to the 1/32nd of an inch.
• Capability to operate cranes and forklifts (training provided) for safe material movement.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Approximately 2–4 years of laser operation experience preferred.
• Mechanical or machine manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with CNC and laser operation in a metal fabrication or manufacturing setting is beneficial.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds and push or pull up to 20 pounds as part of daily tasks.

Why Work Here?

Join a collaborative production team where safety, quality, and efficiency are top priorities. You will work in a structured environment with clear procedures, training on equipment such as cranes and forklifts, and opportunities to build and refine your technical skills in laser and machine operation. The consistent first-shift schedule supports work-life balance, while the fast-paced setting offers variety and hands-on experience with modern manufacturing processes.

Work Environment

This role is based in a first-shift manufacturing environment, working Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The setting is noisy and fast-paced, with frequent activity around rolling tables, carts, and forklifts. You will regularly work with laser cutting equipment, CNC machinery, overhead cranes, and fork trucks, following established safety and preventative maintenance procedures. The position requires wearing appropriate personal protective equipment, standing for prolonged periods, and performing frequent tasks such as reading a tape measure, operating cranes and forklifts (with training provided), and lifting or carrying up to 35 pounds. Occasional crouching, kneeling, climbing, stooping, and bending are part of the job as you handle materials and access equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Reamstown, PA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Reamstown,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.