Laser Operator - 1st Shift

Mayville Engineering Co. Brand • Bedford, PA

5d

About The Position

The Laser Operator operates basic machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures, loads and unloads materials, monitors operations, and reports issues to a supervisor. The role includes routine equipment checks and maintenance, assisting with troubleshooting, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area. The operator must follow company policies and may perform other duties as assigned.

This position requires physical activity throughout an 8–12-hour work shift, including frequent lifting or moving of materials weighing up to 50 pounds, standing or walking on concrete, and occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling, reaching, and operating motorized vehicles. The role may involve noise levels requiring hearing protection.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of machinery and production processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Computer skills, including ERP systems.
• Fluency in English and the primary language used in the area of responsibility and/or location.
• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to frequently lift or move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling, and/or reaching during an 8–12-hour shift.
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles over an 8–12-hour shift.
• Ability to stand and/or walk constantly on concrete over an 8–12-hour shift.
• Ability to wear hearing protection throughout an 8–12-hour shift when exposed to noise requiring it.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic machinery according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Load and unload materials into machinery.
• Monitor machine operations and report issues to the supervisor.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow safety and company policies.
• Assist in troubleshooting machine issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED