**Job Title: Laser Machine Operator** **Job Description** Candidates will be operating a Bystronic Laser where they will learn the ins and outs of loading/unloading it, setting it up, and performing light maintenance on the machine. This is a brand new laser with a multi-pallet changing system installed. It is essential that this machine runs all day, so working quickly when loading/unloading and preparing materials as it operates is very important. Candidates will also shake out the pieces that are cut and load them onto a dolly to be bent in the fabrication department. **Responsibilities** + Operate the Bystronic Laser machine efficiently. + Learn and perform loading and unloading of the laser machine. + Set up and perform light maintenance on the laser machine. + Ensure the machine runs continuously throughout the day. + Prepare materials quickly as the machine operates. + Shake out cut pieces and load them onto a dolly for the fabrication department. **Essential Skills** + Experience in sheet metal fabrication. + Proficiency with CNC Laser operation. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints. + Experience with fabrication, brake press, and grinding. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Must have a background in sheet metal/fabrication. **Why Work Here?** New company with significant opportunities for growth. Enjoy a new, well-laid-out, and organized facility. Employees receive 3 weeks of PTO once hired on directly and a 3.5% 401k match when they contribute 6%. **Work Environment** Organized work environment with continuous addition of new equipment and business growth. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Northfield, Minnesota. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.