CNC Fiber Laser Operator

Mega Light Show is seeking a precise and motivated CNC Fiber Laser Operator to join our manufacturing team in Cumming, GA. In this role, you will set up and operate high-powered fiber laser cutting machinery to manufacture precision metal parts

Schedule & Hours

• Shift: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Extra Hours: Weekend availability is open if you desire additional hours, especially during our peak holiday production seasons.
• Growth Opportunity: This is an excellent entry point into our rapidly expanding production team. For the right candidate, this position has the explicit possibility to lead to future long-term or part-time employment as our operation scales.

Key Responsibilities

• Machine Operation: Safely execute daily startup, calibration, and processing routines on industrial CNC Fiber Laser systems.
• Setup & Parametric Adjustment: Configure the fiber laser head, select optimal nozzles, and tune cutting parameters (focal position, feed rate, and assist gas pressure) for various metals including carbon steel, aluminum, and stainless steel.
• Gas & Utility Management: Safely monitor and switch high-pressure assist gases (Oxygen and Nitrogen) required for clean-cut edges.
• File Preparation & Nesting: Import vector graphics and CAD/CAM files, verify G-code programs, and utilize nesting software to optimize sheet layout, minimizing material waste.
• Quality Assurance: Use calipers, micrometers, and tape measures to inspect cut profiles against blueprints, ensuring tolerance standards are met and removing micro-joints or dross where necessary.
• Material Logistics: Load raw sheet metal onto the laser bed or shuttle tables, and safely unload processed parts manually or with the assistance of a forklift.
• Preventative Maintenance: Maintain a clean workspace, empty slag trays, clean protective windows/optics, monitor chiller operations, and perform minor mechanical adjustments.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 1–3 years of proven experience operating high-power industrial CNC Fiber Laser cutters.
• Material Expertise: Strong understanding of metal properties, gauges, and the differences between Nitrogen-cut and Oxygen-cut finishes.
• Software Competency: Experience with CAD/CAM software, machine controller interfaces, and basic vector manipulation tools (VCarve).
• Technical Skills: Proficient in reading blueprint schematics and utilizing standard mechanical measuring tools.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand for the duration of a shift, handle heavy sheet metal safely, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• What times are you available for work?
• How many hours would you like per week?

Ability to Commute:

• Cumming, GA 30028 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person