Laser Programmer

Stoughton Trailers is a trusted, industry‑leading manufacturer with strong Wisconsin roots and a commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence. Our manufacturing success depends on having the right materials in the right place at the right time.

Position Details:

🕒 Schedule: Monday-Thursday from 5:30 AM-4:00 PM 💼 Shift: 1st ⏱️ Overtime: Required as business needs

In this role, you may directly support operations to ensure equipment is running properly and fully connected to advanced manufacturing systems such as:

• Mitsubishi laser
• RADAN programming/ similar
• Microsoft Office Suite and Interaction with HMI

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Program, operate, and maintain laser cutting and automated manufacturing equipment to support production goals.
• Create and modify machine programs using software such as RADAN and other manufacturing technologies.
• Troubleshoot equipment, programming, and system issues to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Perform preventative maintenance, basic repairs, and coordinate with maintenance teams or vendors as needed.
• Work from CAD models, blueprints, and engineering drawings to produce quality parts and prototypes.
• Conduct quality inspections and validate new products, prototypes, and production runs.
• Monitor machine performance, utilization, quality, and production metrics to support continuous improvement.
• Support production schedules by setting up equipment, optimizing processes, and ensuring equipment readiness.
• Train and support operators on equipment operation, safety, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Production teams to achieve safety, quality, and delivery objectives
• Maintain a safe work environment while following company policies, procedures, and production standards

Above is a list of the most important responsibilities and functions, which are essential to the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Accommodations will be evaluated and provided to eligible employees on a case-by-case basis, depending on the employee's medical restrictions, work availability, the nature of the position, the position's essential functions and other relevant factors.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Laser programming/ Radan.
• Experience using hand tools, measuring devices, and manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of laser cutting, forming, automation, and other manufacturing processes.
• Experience with CAD software, programming systems, and production software.
• Familiarity with Mitsubishi controls, HMI navigation, or similar machine tool technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills related to equipment and production systems.
• Ability to read measurements and apply basic math in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating overhead cranes, jib cranes, and hoists.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with manufacturing technology.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in standing positions during work shift.
• Ability to repetitively lift, maneuver, and load parts up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to wear required PPE.