Job Description
Job Description
Laser Operator
Temp to Hire starting at $22 Per Hour
Monday-Friday 3:30pm-12am
Hilliard, OH
The Laser Operator is responsible for programming, setting up, and operating a 2D laser cutting machine to cut metal parts accurately and efficiently. This role plays a key part in maintaining production flow, ensuring product quality, and supporting our manufacturing objectives.
What the position offers:
· Steady, full-time schedule in a hands-on shop environment
· Opportunity to grow with two established brands
· Supportive, team-focused culture
· Health, dental, and vision insurance
· Paid time off
· Retirement plan options
· Paid holidays
What you’ll be doing:
- Interpret and analyze blueprints, job orders, and material specifications.
- Set up and operate the laser cutting machine to perform cutting operations on various metals.
- Adjust machine settings and create or modify programs based on job requirements.
- Inspect parts using calipers and tape measures to verify quality and accuracy.
- Perform routine maintenance, safety checks, and minor troubleshooting of laser equipment.
- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and company guidelines.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Who we’re looking for:
- Minimum 1 year of experience operating a laser or similar precision cutting machine.
- Familiarity with blueprint reading and use of precision measurement tools.
- Ability to understand basic machine programming and material properties.
- Strong attention to detail, safety awareness, and a quality-first mindset.
- Ability to work independently and within a team-oriented environment.
- Forklift experience.
Company DescriptionWhy should I use a service like Dawson?
We have connections at the top companies in Central Ohio and surrounding areas. We can introduce you to the right people, provide personal support on the application and interview process, and make the overall experience easier than searching on your own.
Why is this job posted by Dawson and not the company where I’ll work?
Top employers in Central Ohio come to Dawson to find the highest caliber of employees for their companies for a variety of reasons – maybe their HR department is short on resources, they don’t have an internal recruiter, or maybe they’re growing so quickly they don’t have time to conduct a search on their own.
About Dawson
Dawson is a family-owned staffing and recruiting agency, continuously operating in Columbus since 1946. Dawson places professionals in temporary, temp-to-hire, and full-time jobs in the fields of administrative and clerical, customer service, warehouse and distribution, accounting and finance, creative, information technology, legal, and healthcare. Dawson is committed to the community with strong philanthropic and volunteer initiatives and has been honored with multiple “Top Workplace” awards by Columbus CEO magazine and “Best of Business” awards from Columbus Business First. Learn more, or find your next job today at dawsoncareers.com.
Company Description
Why should I use a service like Dawson?\r\nWe have connections at the top companies in Central Ohio and surrounding areas. We can introduce you to the right people, provide personal support on the application and interview process, and make the overall experience easier than searching on your own.\r\n\r\nWhy is this job posted by Dawson and not the company where I’ll work?\r\nTop employers in Central Ohio come to Dawson to find the highest caliber of employees for their companies for a variety of reasons – maybe their HR department is short on resources, they don’t have an internal recruiter, or maybe they’re growing so quickly they don’t have time to conduct a search on their own.\r\n\r\nAbout Dawson\r\nDawson is a family-owned staffing and recruiting agency, continuously operating in Columbus since 1946. Dawson places professionals in temporary, temp-to-hire, and full-time jobs in the fields of administrative and clerical, customer service, warehouse and distribution, accounting and finance, creative, information technology, legal, and healthcare. Dawson is committed to the community with strong philanthropic and volunteer initiatives and has been honored with multiple “Top Workplace” awards by Columbus CEO magazine and “Best of Business” awards from Columbus Business First. Learn more, or find your next job today at dawsoncareers.com.