Weekend Shift CNC Laser-Press Brake Operator (Fri.-Sun. 6AM-6:30 PM)

About the role

This is a dedicated weekend shift -- Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only. There is no weekday schedule available for this position. You work three 12-hour shifts and get paid for a full 40-hour week, with four consecutive days off, every week.

MPI is a precision metal fabrication shop in Columbus, NE serving agricultural, transportation, medical, commercial, and industrial customers. We run modern CNC equipment and build our name on craftsmanship and reliability -- and on the people who make that happen.

Schedule

Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only — three 12-hour shifts per week. This schedule does not rotate to weekdays; you must be available every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Pay

Paid for a full 40-hour week for three 12-hour shifts (36 hours worked).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC fiber laser and/or CNC press brakes
• Read blueprints, fabrication drawings, bend charts, and work orders
• Select tooling and machine parameters for each job
• Inspect first-piece and in-process parts against quality standards
• Measure parts with calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and angle gauges
• Troubleshoot routine issues and adjust machines as needed
• Run support equipment, including cold saws
• Perform routine machine maintenance
• Keep your work area clean and organized

Requirements

• Experience operating CNC laser and/or CNC press brakes
• Machine setup experience
• Ability to read fabrication blueprints
• Strong inspection and measuring skills
• Reliable attendance and commitment to the weekend schedule
• Available to work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday every week — this schedule does not rotate to weekdays
• Strength level: 25–40 pounds (anything over 40 pounds requires two people or a lifting assist device)
• Must be able to complete a background check and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to starting