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Manufacturing Laser Operator 2nd shift

1/27/2026

The Manufacturing Laser Operator operates laser cutting machines to manufacture parts and components from sheet metal. Responsibilities include preparing and adjusting machines, measuring materials, inspecting products for quality, and performing routine maintenance.

Salary

25 - 30 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Here at Kratos we integrate industry leading components into turn-key, factory tested power and control equipment. We know how much thought goes into designing your projects and we want to make sure we exceed your expectations. We believe that whether your power comes from the sun, the wind, the waves or the earth – controlling that power safely is critical in EVERY industry. Electricity powers life’s basic needs and we put power in your hands. Our mission is to foster and deliver an excellent customer experience through our high-quality products, service levels, and organizational culture. We are an inclusive organization that operates creatively, decisively, intentionally, and effectively, with strong and consistent values and an understanding that the products we create and distribute are essential to the operations and safety of our customers.

About the Role

Description

2ND SHIFT

WORK DAYS - Monday - Thursday

WORK HOURS - 3:00 PM - 1:30 AM

PAY RATE - $25.00 - $30.00hr. depending on experience and shift differential pay available

Positions Available - 2 positions to fill

Must have prior experience to be considered

Must be located in Colorado - No out of state Applicants

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates Laser cutting machines to manufacture parts, equipment, and other components from sheet metal. Machine examples include Amamda ENSIS, FO, EMLK, & Trumpf

• Operates press material loader/unloader.

• Prepares, sets up, and adjusts Laser cutting machine as required by product plans and production schedules.

• Measures and aligns materials to be used.

• Inspects products, evaluating finished pieces for compliance with quality standards and specifications.

• Performs routine maintenance on the laser cutter.

• Maintains a clean work area.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to safely and effectively operate or learn to operate laser cutter controls.

• Ability to follow instructions.

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow product plans.

• Basic computer and math skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Physically able to operate the laser cutting machine.

• Prolonged periods of standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying materials.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.

EXPERIENCE

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

• Laser Cutting Machine Operator: 1 year (Preferred)

Key Skills

Laser CuttingMachine OperationQuality InspectionMaterial HandlingRoutine MaintenanceSetup and AdjustmentBasic Computer SkillsMath SkillsFollowing InstructionsReading Plans