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Job Title: Laser Operator

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Laser Operator to join our team. The role involves operating a plasma cutting machine to cut various electrically conductive materials such as steel, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and copper. The operator will upload code and manage the machine operations, ensuring materials are organized on racks or pallets for transport to the shipping/receiving department.

Responsibilities

+ Operate the plasma cutting machine by uploading code and initiating machine operations.

+ Organize and place materials on racks or pallets for transport.

+ Ensure quality control and adherence to safety protocols.

+ Maintain flexibility to operate different machines as needed.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with machining and operating cutting tables.

+ Familiarity with the A36 Cutting Table System and AKS Cutting Systems Table.

+ Ability to understand and edit blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in fabrication, welding, and machining is beneficial but not required.

+ Experience with plasma table and plasma torch operations.

+ Knowledge of sheet metal loading and lathe operations.

Why Work Here?

This position offers opportunities for growth and development within the company. You will receive training in all facets of the shop, including the potential to learn fabrication and eventually operate CNC machinery.

Work Environment

The work environment is a fabrication shop where you will be responsible for running the machine by uploading code. You will not need protective gear like hoods or gloves, as welding is not a requirement. The role operates on two shifts: First Shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and Second Shift from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OLATHE, Kansas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in OLATHE,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

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.