CNC Operator — Sheet Metal Fabrication
Compensation
$28 – $32 /hr
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The CNC Operator — Sheet Metal Fabrication is an onsite, full-time position in Baton Rouge, LA. Pay is $28–$32 per hour. The role supports a manufacturing production process creating high-precision sheet metal components for custom-built machinery. The operator sets up and runs CNC laser cutters and press brakes, interprets fabrication drawings, and checks parts against tight tolerances. The work contributes accurate components to production while maintaining safe material handling and equipment practices.
What you'll do
- Set up and operate CNC laser cutters and press brakes to cut and form steel, aluminum, and stainless sheet metal
- interpret mechanical blueprints, fabrication drawings, and flat patterns
- inspect parts using precision measuring tools
- safely load and unload heavy sheet metal
- perform basic daily machine maintenance
- maintain a clean, safe work area.
What we're looking for
- Skills & competencies
- cnc operatorsheet metal fabricationbaton rouge lacogent talent solutionscnc laser cuttingpress brakeblueprint interpretationquality inspection$28–$32/hourmonday–thursday10-hour shifts
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
Benefits & perks
- Full benefits package and paid time off.
Why this role
Schedule is a four-day work week, Monday–Thursday, with 10-hour shifts. Requires 5–10 years of hands-on CNC press brake and/or laser cutting experience in manufacturing and ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
About the employer
Cogent Talent Solutions is hiring for this role. Industry: Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing. Sector: 33.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 33
- Industry
- Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing
- Occupation code
- 51-9161.00
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Listing ID: 4d260439-7881-4d02-b5ae-0a0af0152c1d