Weekend Shift Laser Operator
Life Fitness•Ramsey, MN
•Onsite
About The Position
Join our Fabrication team as a Laser Operator and help produce the components that become premium fitness equipment used around the world. This role involves safely setting up and operating laser cutting equipment to produce high-quality parts that meet engineering specifications and customer expectations. The Weekend Shift offers a three-day workweek, allowing for more personal time while rewarding commitment with competitive pay and benefits.
Requirements
- Manufacturing experience, preferably in metal fabrication or laser operations.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
- Ability to read blueprints, process sheets, and tape measures in both standard and metric measurements.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using a calculator.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to operate computerized manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Frequently reach, grasp tools and materials, and climb stairs as needed.
- Safely operate hoists and manual pallet jacks.
- Successfully complete a comprehensive vision examination as required for the position.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and adjust laser cutting equipment using setup sheets and Kanban cards.
- Operate the laser control system and monitor machine performance.
- Load raw steel into the laser and unload finished parts safely and efficiently.
- Perform visual inspections of raw materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
- Read blueprints, process sheets, and work instructions to produce parts accurately.
- Count finished parts to verify correct quantities.
- Properly identify and tag completed jobs with required production information.
- Report material shortages, quality concerns, or equipment issues to the Lead or Supervisor.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance and complete daily preventive maintenance (PM) logs.
- Complete production documentation accurately and on time.
- Safely operate hoists and manual pallet jacks.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Assist with other fabrication activities as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Paid for 40 hours while working 36 hours
- Three-day workweek
- Four days off every week
- Free access to our on-site fitness center
- 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Parental, medical and military leaves of absence
- Paid time off including paid holidays
- Company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability
- Health savings account
- Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
- Identity protection
- Legal services
- Adoption assistance
- Tuition assistance
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts
- Employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions
- Eligibility for overtime
- Production Bonus Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
