Laser Tech

About the Role

This is an onsite, hands-on salaried position responsible for the operation, reliability, programming, process optimization, and continuous improvement of the facility’s Mitsubishi laser cutting system. The role requires a highly self-directed technician who can balance day-to-day operational excellence with long-term process improvement and technology development.

Responsibilities

• Own overall performance, reliability, and optimization of the Mitsubishi laser cutting system
• Program, set up, and optimize laser cutting operations using G-code and M-code
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and process-related laser issues
• Monitor and improve cut quality, scrap, uptime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Develop and refine cutting processes for a variety of materials and thicknesses
• Maintain accurate documentation for programs, machine settings, and known issues
• Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and OEM support to resolve complex issues

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 1+ year(s) of experience as a Laser Technician or higher
• Experience operating and supporting laser cutting equipment in a production environment
• Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings/documents

Preferred Qualifications

• Able to read in G-code and M-code languages
• Experience with automated systems, including knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, sensor or feedback systems, etc.

Professional Expectations

• Operates with a high level of independence and ownership
• Proactively identifies improvement opportunities when equipment is running well
• Demonstrates discipline in documentation, process control, and follow-through
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis capability
• Collaborates effectively with engineering, maintenance, and production teams
• Willingness to support urgent issues as needed to ensure critical equipment uptime

Schedule

Monday through Thursday nights, 4 pm – 2:30 am