Our client, a manufacturing organization focused on precision fabrication, is seeking a Laser Operator to join their team. As a Laser Operator, you will be part of the fabrication department supporting production operations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and work orders - skills that will help you consistently produce quality metal components and keep production moving. Job Title: Laser Operator Location: Fresno, CA Pay Range: $20-22 Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3 PM - 1:30 AM; occasional work on weekends, depending on operational needs. What's the Job?
- Set up and operate CNC fiber laser cutting equipment to produce parts according to engineering drawings and work order specifications.
- Review manufacturing drawings and work orders to determine material requirements, cutting locations, dimensions, and tolerances.
- Load and position sheet metal materials onto the laser machine for job runs, ensuring correct setup before production begins.
- Monitor machine operations to ensure the laser and supporting equipment are functioning properly throughout the run.
- Measure completed parts using basic measuring tools, then sort and finish cut parts by removing tabs, burrs, or excess material as required. What's Needed?
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2-3 years of CNC laser experience in a sheet metal manufacturing environment required.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manufacturing drawings, including flat pattern drawings and fabrication layouts.
- Familiarity with sheet metal material types, sizes, and thicknesses.
- Ability to use basic measuring tools to verify part dimensions and tolerances, with strong attention to detail. What's in it for me?
- Work in a production-focused fabrication environment where your accuracy directly impacts quality and throughput.
- Build confidence by producing parts from engineering drawings and work order specifications.
- Collaborate with the fabrication team to ensure materials are processed correctly and routed to the next production stage.
- Develop practical skills in maintaining a clean, organized laser cell and supporting safe operations.
- Take pride in completing work orders accurately by counting, labeling, and recording production information.
Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells. Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals. In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.