Laser Operator

Location:

Tulsa, OK

Pay: $25–$30/hr + 11.5% Shift Differential

Industry: Manufacturing / Sheet Metal Fabrication

Shifts available: 2nd Shift & Weekend Shift

• 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday 4:30 PM–3:00 AM 11.5% shift differential applies
• Weekend Shift: Friday–Sunday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM 11.5% shift differential applies

• Operate advanced Bystronic fiber laser cutting systems safely and efficiently, including 6kW and 15kW systems.
• Monitor production schedules and maintain continuous machine operation.
• Troubleshoot machine faults, alarms, automation issues, and cutting-quality problems.
• Perform lens changes, nozzle changes, centering procedures, and routine optical maintenance.
• Make adjustments to cutting parameters to improve cut quality and production efficiency.
• Evaluate finished cuts and make corrections as needed.
• Diagnose issues involving assist gases, consumables, material conditions, and machine performance.
• Operate and monitor automated loading, unloading, storage, and parts-sorting systems.
• Minimize downtime through effective troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Verify part quality using blueprints, work instructions, and inspection tools.
• Maintain accurate production and maintenance records.
• Communicate equipment concerns and improvement opportunities to supervisors and maintenance personnel.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Minimum 3 years of laser cutting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience operating fiber laser cutting equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with CNC laser systems.
• Ability to understand machine diagnostics, alarms, and fault codes.
• Experience changing lenses and nozzles and performing machine setup adjustments.
• Understanding of cutting parameters and their effect on quality and productivity.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing drawings.
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication processes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

• Previous experience with Bystronic laser systems.
• Experience with ByTrans Extend automation.
• Experience with automated material towers and parts-sorting systems.
• Preventive maintenance experience.
• Familiarity with assist gases, beam delivery systems, and laser optics.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work around moving machinery and automated equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE.

We are looking for an experienced, technician-level Laser Operator — not someone whose experience is limited to loading material and starting machine cycles.

The ideal candidate will be able to:

• Think critically and troubleshoot problems as they occur.
• Diagnose machine and automation issues.
• Make informed process and cutting-parameter adjustments.
• Understand how material, consumables, assist gases, and machine settings affect cutting performance.
• Take ownership of machine uptime and part quality.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

The facility is clean, climate-controlled, and focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Hire Call is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity.

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Hire Call has two office locations for your convenience:

Catoosa Office: 2310 Old Hwy 66, Suite C Catoosa, OK 74015

Tulsa Office: 6506 S Lewis Ave, Suite 115 Tulsa, OK or