Laser Operator I — Entry Level/Trainee — Day Shift

Job overview

The Laser Operator I — Entry Level/Trainee — Day Shift role is an onsite, full-time position in Machesney Park, IL. Pay is $20–$22 per hour. The role supports Hennig’s fabrication and production operations. Working under experienced operators, the employee learns laser cutting equipment, safety procedures, quality standards, and production processes. The role contributes to accurate, safe, and timely production while developing proficiency in machine operation.

What you'll do

• Verify material dimensions, part numbers, and job requirements
• complete production tracking and fabrication documentation
• use, maintain, and store assigned tools and equipment
• assist with laser cutting and material handling under senior operators’ direction
• retrieve electronic nesting and program files
• enter machine parameters and production data
• operate and perform basic troubleshooting on designated laser equipment
• use standard and metric measuring tools
• operate power and hand tools
• demonstrate safe forklift and crane use
• follow safety procedures, quality standards, and work instructions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

laser operator i

entry level/trainee

day shift

machesney park il

hennig

laser cutting

manufacturing

material handling

production documentation

quality standards

forklift

crane

$20–$22/hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• company-paid life insurance
• 10 paid holidays
• wellness program and health club reimbursement
• safety shoe and glasses reimbursement
• discretionary annual bonus.

Why this role

Entry-level training role; requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of continuous manufacturing experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) match, company-paid life insurance, 10 paid holidays, wellness and health club reimbursement, safety shoe and glasses reimbursement, and a discretionary annual bonus.

About the employer

Hennig is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing. Sector: 33.