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Location:

Salt Lake City, Utah

Job Type:

Full time

Job Title:

CNC Laser Operator

Job Description:

Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Operator III to join our manufacturing
team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating state-of-the-art laser cutting machinery,
managing raw material inventory, and performing key maintenance tasks. If you thrive in a fast-
paced environment and take pride in precision metal fabrication, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Equipment Operation:

• Operation: Set up and run advanced flat sheet and tube cutting machinery.
• Program: Perform basic programming for parts as needed.
• Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance on machinery.
• Quality Assurance: Understand and adjust machine parameters to maintain a consistent
  level of quality

Material Handling & Inventory Management:

• Transaction Logging: Accurately record all material usage to maintain real-time
  inventory.
• Material Handling: Safely load, unload, and stage metals, plate stock, and tubing using
  forklifts, overhead cranes, or sheet loaders.
• Sorting & Kitting: Efficiently sort processed parts, package components, and distribute
  finished kits to down-stream departments or shipping areas.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Experience: 3+ years of professional machine operation experience within a sheet metal, tube, or structural fabrication environment
• Software Exposure: Familiarity with modern nesting and machine programming software is a major plus.
• Blueprint Reading: Strong ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings, flat patterns, and engineering specs.
• Material Knowledge: Solid understanding of metal types, gauges, tube profiles, and material specifications
• Equipment Handling: Certified or experienced in operating forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Technical Precision: Meticulous attention to detail regarding dimensions, tolerances, and hardware schedules.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and work safely around industrial machinery.
• Machine-Specific Exposure: Direct experience running a tube laser or flat sheet laser is a major plus.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art fabrication technology.
• Opportunities for career growth and cross-training.
  

We maintain a drug-free workplace. We do test for marijuana. YESCO is an EEO/AA employer.  We welcome all qualified job seekers.  Jobseekers will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or another legally protected status.