CNC Laser Machine Operator

Job description:

Location: Deltak Manufacturing Inc. – 39455 John Lanier Rd, Walker, LA
Employment Type: Full-Time, At-Will, Safety-Sensitive
Equal Opportunity Employer

Bring your work experience, knowledge and talent!

Come for the money, stay for the career!

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Laser Operator to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC laser cutting equipment to produce precise components according to specifications. This role requires a strong understanding of fabrication processes, blueprint reading, and quality inspection to ensure the highest standards of production. The Laser Operator will play a critical role in delivering high-quality parts efficiently and safely within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC laser cutting machines, ensuring accurate alignment and calibration for each job.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine proper machine settings and tooling.
• Program CNC laser equipment using CAD/CAM software or manual input to produce complex cuts with precision.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and adjustments on laser machinery to maximize uptime and efficiency.
• Conduct quality inspections using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Utilize hand tools, tooling, and fabrication equipment such as press brakes, CNC mills, lathes, plasma cutters, and welding tools as needed.
• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts and cranes for loading raw materials and unloading finished parts.
• Follow safety protocols related to electrical discharge machining, plasma cutting, sheet metal handling, and other manufacturing processes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to safety standards at all times.
• Collaborate with team members on assembly tasks when required to meet production deadlines.

Experience

• Prior experience operating CNC laser cutting machines or similar fabrication equipment is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of CNC programming languages (such as G-code) and CAD/CAM software is preferred.
• Familiarity with machining processes including CNC milling, turning, stamping presses, electrical discharge machining (EDM), and welding techniques.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to read blueprints accurately and interpret GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Experience with quality inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Basic math skills necessary for calculating dimensions, tolerances, and material requirements.
• Hands-on experience with hand tools, fabrication techniques, tooling setup, sheet metal handling, and assembly is advantageous.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and cranes safely is a plus. This position offers an opportunity for individuals with a passion for manufacturing excellence to contribute their skills in a dynamic environment focused on precision craftsmanship and continuous improvement.

Physical Requirements:

• Must pass a pre-employment screening
• Ability to wear all required PPE for the position
• Ability to stand and walk throughout an 8–10 hour shift
• Ability to work indoors or outdoors in year-round weather, including rain
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs routinely and up to 75 lbs occasionally while utilizing all proper lifting procedures and practices
• Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling