CNC Laser Operator

Now Hiring: CNC Laser Operator $20-$24/hr (BOE) Contract-to-Hire Aurora, OH

Hours & Location

Location: Aurora, OH (assignment to one of three nearby facilities determined upon hire)

Shifts Available:

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday, 2:00 PM - 12:30 AM

Weekend Shift: Friday 2:00 PM - 2:00 AM, Saturday & Sunday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Start Date: ASAP

Lunch/Breaks: 30-minute unpaid lunch

Dress Code: Steel-toed boots, jeans, and a shirtPay & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $20-$24, depending on experience

Contract-to-hire with raise potential upon full-time hire

Medical, Dental & Life Insurance: 100% employer-paid for employees

401(k): 100% match on the first 3%, and 50% match on the next 2%

Benefits begin the 1st of the month following your start date

Join a company with 10-month order backlog and over 50% growth last yearJob Responsibilities

As a CNC Laser Operator, you will be responsible for producing sheet metal parts using a laser/punch combination machine. This is a hands-on production role in a clean, fast-paced environment. Core responsibilities include:

Loading and unloading sheet metal into CNC laser machines

Pulling and executing nested programs for part runs

Labeling and cataloging completed parts

Performing daily startup/shutdown of the machine

Cleaning and lubricating tools and maintaining lenses

Managing assist gas supply and remnant shelving

Conducting visual inspections to ensure part quality

Performing light machine troubleshooting and edits to programs as neededRequired Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of CNC laser or related machine operation experience

Ability to read mechanical prints and part drawings

Proficient with measuring tools such as calipers

Comfortable navigating and modifying machine programs

Basic PC skills for data entry and machine loggingPreferred Experience

Prior experience with laser cutting machines, automation, or punch press

Familiarity with industrial fabrication environmentsPhysical Requirements

Able to stand for full shift durations

Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs

Visual acuity to read prints, operate equipment, and inspect partsPre-Employment Requirements

Must pass a 5-panel drug screen

No felony convictions within the past 7 years

Resume or job application required for interviewWorkplace & Culture

This manufacturer operates across three highly specialized buildings in Aurora. Products include custom-built enclosures ranging from 6 to 8 feet tall, constructed using advanced fabrication equipment like lasers, press brakes, and robotic systems. The environment is clean, organized, and safety-oriented-with a culture of cross-training and high attention to quality.

Why Join This Team

Stable, fast-growing company with long-term security

Top-tier benefits with 100% company-paid healthcare

Clean, safe, and well-equipped shop floors

Access to high-end machinery and automation tools

Strong opportunity for internal advancement

Permanent