Laser Operator Job Listing at Kelly Services in Medway, MA (Job ID 10055404)

Description

Job Title: Laser Operator
Shift: 2nd Shift – Monday through Thursday, 4:30 PM to 3:00 AM
Pay Rate: $19.80/hr ($18.00 base + 10% shift differential)
Training: 2nd shift employees will train on 1st shift for approximately 4 weeks (Training schedule: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM; paid at 1st shift rate)

Position Overview

The Laser Operator is responsible for operating laser department equipment, maintaining high-quality production standards, and supporting various manufacturing functions. This role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to follow specifications and established processes within a machine shop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate laser equipment and verify the quality of produced parts.

• Identify, document, and segregate non-conforming parts.

• Set up repetitive or simple jobs with guidance from senior staff.

• Monitor variations in program sequences (e.g., positioning, cycle time) and recommend corrections.

• Work from drawings, specifications, and Traveler instructions, seeking direction as needed.

• Report equipment or job-related issues to the Supervisor/Lead.

• Perform production tasks and assist with assembly as required.

• Evaluate job performance against production and quality standards.

• Maintain required tooling to meet part specifications.

• Conduct quality checks using fixed or adjustable precision measuring tools.

• Assist or train others as needed.

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

• Follow all safety rules, work practices, and company quality procedures.

• Communicate job or equipment issues to management promptly.

• Promote teamwork and maintain a positive attitude.

• Perform multiple operations and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 6 months to 2 years of laser operating experience, preferably in a job shop environment.

• Experience using a microscope.

• Basic blueprint reading skills.

Physical Demands

• Occasional walking, sitting, balancing, stooping, reaching, and handling tools or controls.

• Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs occasionally.

• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception; and focus adjustment.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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