Laser Operator

Join our dynamic team as a Flat Laser Operator, where you'll play a crucial role in machining and metal fabrication. This position offers an exciting opportunity in a family-owned company with over 40 years of industry experience. We're looking for individuals to fill new positions due to company growth and new equipment being added to our state-of-the-art 71,000 square foot facility.

• Produce parts and tools from metal or other materials using a Laser, a computer numeric controlled (CNC) piece of equipment that makes precision cuts into material.
• Review blueprints for the finished product, adjust the machine to control speed, material feed, and path of the cut.
• Ensure machines are set up properly, working efficiently, and producing quality products.
• Maintain machines at full capacity, stocked with necessary materials, and perform periodic checks on output.
• Inspect the finished product to ensure it is defect-free and ready for the next step in production.
• Operate flat laser machinery daily to produce parts.

• At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing work history.
• 1 year of experience operating a flat laser machine.
• At least 3 years of experience with production equipment/machinery.

• Blueprint reading experience.
• Strong math skills and attention to detail.
• Experience operating CNC equipment, machine operation, assembly, hand grinder.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Strong communication skills for teamwork and problem-solving.
• Self-motivated and willing to stay busy even when tasks are completed.
• Attention to detail with quality and safety consciousness; experience with micrometers, calipers, depth gauges.
• Ability to analyze blueprints and knowledge of manufacturing equipment.
• Aptitude for math, problem-solving, and computer skills.

Experience the benefits of working in a family-owned and operated company that values culture and quality. Benefit from a fast-growing company with minimal outsourcing, a quality management system, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits. Enjoy incentives such as a $150 annual allowance for boots and a year-end bonus based on attendance, quality, and production output.

Work in a job shop environment with a focus on the automotive industry and other large companies. Collaborate with welders in a fast-paced yet easy-going atmosphere. The position operates on a 1st shift, Monday through Friday from 6 AM to 2:30 PM, with occasional Saturday hours from 6 AM to 10 AM as needed. The dress code includes jeans, a shirt, and steel-toed boots, with uniforms provided once hired directly.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marion, OH.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Marion,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.