Laser Operator — CNC Laser Cutting
Compensation
$24 – $28 /hr
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
Saint Joseph, MO
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The Laser Operator role is onsite in Saint Joseph, MO, with pay of $24–$28 per hour based on experience. Van-Am Tool & Engineering produces precision metal components for aerospace, defense, and commercial industries. This role operates CNC laser cutting equipment and checks finished parts to support accurate, efficient production. It also helps maintain equipment and a clean, safe work area while meeting production and quality expectations.
What you'll do
- Set up and operate CNC laser cutting equipment
- interpret blueprints, work orders, and production specifications
- adjust machine settings and cutting parameters
- load and unload materials
- monitor cutting
- inspect finished parts with measuring tools
- troubleshoot equipment and cutting issues
- perform routine maintenance
- maintain a clean, safe work area.
What we're looking for
- Skills & competencies
- laser operatorcnc laser cuttingprecision metal partsblueprint readingmachine setupquality inspectiontroubleshootingsaint joseph movan-am tool & engineering$24–$28/hritar u.s. person
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
Benefits & perks
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- paid time off and holidays
- employee referral bonus
- training and career advancement opportunities.
Why this role
Experience with Trumpf, Bystronic, Amada, Mazak, or similar industrial laser equipment is a plus. ITAR U.S. Person status is required.
About the employer
Van-Am Tool & Engineering is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Shops. Sector: 33.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 33
- Industry
- Machine Shops
- Occupation code
- 51-4041.00
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