Weekend Shift Laser Operator
Listed on 2026-07-27
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line, Assembly
Laser Operator – Weekend Shift
Department:
Fabrication
Shift: Weekend Shift (Friday–Sunday, 5:00 AM–5:30 PM)
Reports To:
Production Supervisor
Help Build Equipment That Inspires Healthier Lives
Do you enjoy working with technology, precision equipment, and manufacturing high-quality products? Join our Fabrication team as a Laser Operator and help produce the components that become premium fitness equipment used around the world.
At our company, we:
- Think customers first
- Play as one team
- Raise the bar in fitness innovation
- Persevere and get things done
- Inspire each other to live healthier lives
Why You'll Love the Weekend Shift
Our Weekend Shift gives you more time for life while rewarding your commitment.
- Work just 36 hours and get paid for 40 hours
- Three-day workweek — work Friday through Sunday and enjoy four days off every week
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Free access to our on-site fitness center
- Opportunity to build products that help people live stronger, healthier lives
What You'll Do
As a Laser Operator, you'll safely set up and operate laser cutting equipment to produce high-quality parts that meet engineering specifications and customer expectations.
Responsibilities include:
- Set up, operate, and adjust laser cutting equipment using setup sheets and Kanban cards.
- Operate the laser control system and monitor machine performance.
- Load raw steel into the laser and unload finished parts safely and efficiently.
- Perform visual inspections of raw materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
- Read blueprints, process sheets, and work instructions to produce parts accurately.
- Count finished parts to verify correct quantities.
- Properly identify and tag completed jobs with required production information.
- Report material shortages, quality concerns, or equipment issues to the Lead or Supervisor.
- Perform routine equipment maintenance and complete daily preventive maintenance (PM) logs.
- Complete production documentation accurately and on time.
- Safely operate hoists and manual pallet jacks.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Assist with other fabrication activities as needed.
What We're Looking For
Successful candidates will have:
- Manufacturing experience, preferably in metal fabrication or laser operations.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues.
- Ability to read blueprints, process sheets, and tape measures in both standard and metric measurements.
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using a calculator.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to operate computerized manufacturing equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, and speaking).
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to safely perform the essential functions of the job, including:
- Lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Frequently reach, grasp tools and materials, and climb stairs as needed.
- Safely operate hoists and manual pallet jacks.
- Successfully complete a comprehensive vision examination as required for the position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Why Join Us?
When you join our team, you'll become part of a company that values teamwork, innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. Every component you produce contributes to premium fitness equipment that helps people around the world achieve healthier, stronger lives. You'll have opportunities to develop your skills, grow your career, and work alongside teammates who take pride in what they build.
At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. Your base wage will be between $21.25 - $26.13 per hour and includes eligibility for overtime. The actual wage…
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