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Laser Operator - 2nd Shift

Paynesville, MN 56362

Job Category: Manufacturing Job ID: 54696392 Pay Rate: $22-25 / hour Jobs Office: St.Cloud

Job Description

Job Title: Laser Operator
Location: Paynesville, MN
Compensation: $22.00-$25.00 per hour - paid weekly
Schedule: 2nd Shift | 4:00pm-2:30am | Monday-Thursday
Job Type: Temp-to-hire
About the Opportunity
Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Laser Operators for a leading metal fabricator located in Paynesville, MN. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and want reliable hours with weekly pay, this job could be a great fit. Read below for more information
What You'll Do as a Laser Operator:
  • Operate laser cutting and punching machines
  • Load, edit, and run machine programs
  • Load raw materials into sheet bays
  • Maintain cut quality while keeping efficient feed rates
  • Perform first‑piece and in‑process inspections
  • Complete routine laser maintenance, including startup/shutdown, cleaning windows and centering nozzles, emptying dustbins and replacing cutting beds
  • Keep the work area clean and organized
  • Ensure all products meet quality standards
  • Handle steel raw materials and scrap
  • Remove (“pick”) laser‑cut parts and stack them on pallets or in containers
  • Package parts using banding or shrink wrap
  • Safely operate forklifts to move materials and finished parts
  • Use basic hand and power tools as needed
What You Need to Bring to the Laser Operator Role:
  • Forklift operating experience
  • Crane operator certification preferred
  • Understanding of manufacturing and inventory processes
  • Ability to read blueprints and use inspection tools
  • Strong math skills
  • Good verbal and written communication
  • CAD experience preferred
  • Mechanical aptitude; knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, or hydraulic systems is a plus

Why You'll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions
Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to Apply?
Click "Apply Now" to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. For questions regarding the Laser Operator position, please contact our St. Cloud jobs office directly at (320) 253-4473. 
Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.
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