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Triad Metals

Manufacturing Operator

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

Plasma Robot Operator, Plasma Burn Table Operator, and Laser Cutting Machine Operator. In each of these positions, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of industry ...

Triad Metals

Manufacturing Operator

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Plasma Robot Operator, Plasma Burn Table Operator, and Laser Cutting Machine Operator. In each of these positions, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of industry ...

Triad Metals

Manufacturing Operator

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

Plasma Robot Operator, Plasma Burn Table Operator, and Laser Cutting Machine Operator. In each of these positions, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of industry ...

Triad Metals

Manufacturing Operator

Columbia City, IN · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Plasma Robot Operator, Plasma Burn Table Operator, and Laser Cutting Machine Operator. In each of these positions, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of industry ...

Triad Metals

Manufacturing Operator

Columbia City, IN

$16 - $19.25/hr

Plasma Robot Operator, Plasma Burn Table Operator, and Laser Cutting Machine Operator. In each of these positions, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of industry ...

Triad Metals

Manufacturing Operator

Petersburg, VA

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

Plasma Robot Operator, Plasma Burn Table Operator, and Laser Cutting Machine Operator. In each of these positions, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of industry ...

Lapham Hickey

Laser Operator

Columbus, OH · On-site

$21 - $29/hr

A Laser Operator performs duties necessary to set up and operate laser cutting equipment to cut and ... Set up and operate laser cutting machines to cut steel and other materials according to blueprints ...

Johnson Controls

CNC Laser Operator 1st Shift

Gilbert, AZ

$19.50 - $24.25/hr

Sets up and operates cutting machine(s) in accordance with established procedures and guidelines ... A minimum of two years of Gerber laser cutting machine operator experience with emphasis in the ...

AtWork

MAZAK Laser Machine Operator

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$22/hr

MAZAK Laser Operator - Day Shift AtWork Personnel is seeking an experienced MAZAK Laser Operator to set up, operate, and maintain MAZAK laser cutting machines to produce high-precision metal ...

Johnson Controls

CNC Laser Operator 1st Shift

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$19.50 - $24.25/hr

Sets up and operates cutting machine(s) in accordance with established procedures and guidelines ... A minimum of two years of Gerber laser cutting machine operator experience with emphasis in the ...

AtWork

MAZAK Laser Machine Operator

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$22/hr

MAZAK Laser Operator - Day Shift AtWork Personnel is seeking an experienced MAZAK Laser Operator to set up, operate, and maintain MAZAK laser cutting machines to produce high-precision metal ...

RADIUS AEROSPACE INC

CNC/Laser Machine Operator

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$19 - $23.50/hr

Experience operating industrial laser cutting machines; multi-axis machining experience preferred * Experience with Prima Power Laserdyne and fiber laser systems is a plus * Ability to independently ...

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How much do trainee laser cutting machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for trainee laser cutting machine operator in the United States is $19.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Trainee Laser Cutting Machine Operator vs Laser Cutting Machine Operator?

AspectTrainee Laser Cutting Machine OperatorLaser Cutting Machine Operator
CredentialsBasic certifications or on-the-job trainingAdvanced training or experience required
Work EnvironmentSupervised, entry-level settingIndependent, experienced role
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting, learning, basic operationFull operation, troubleshooting, quality control

The main difference is that a Trainee Laser Cutting Machine Operator is in training and requires supervision, focusing on learning the basics, while a Laser Cutting Machine Operator is experienced, handling full responsibilities independently.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Laser Cutting Machine Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,953 per year, or $19.7 per hour.
Laser Machine Operator

Laser Machine Operator

Stainless Piping Specialists

Omro, WI • On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

STAINLESS PIPING SPECIALISTS NOW EMPLOYEE OWNED (ESOP)
Stainless Piping Specialists is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team to operate our Pipe Laser Machine. Come work with a great talented group here at SPS!

Summary/Objective:
The laser machine operator position safely performs laser cutting for a variety of Stainless Pipe configurations. 1st & 2nd shift positions available.

Essential Functions:
  • Perform typical Pipe laser cutting operations.
  • Select proper pre-loaded cutting programs.
  • Establish proper stop location, adjust laser beam focal point.
  • Make proper set-ups for cutting operations.
  • Perform dimensional inspections.
  • Detect and report defective materials to supervisor
  • May perform a variety of other tasks as production needs require
  • Load equipment with raw material using the overhead crane and/or forklift in order to prepare the equipment for an accurate cut.

Education and Experience:
  • 1 year of manufacturing experience.
  • 1 year of laser operator experience preferred.
  • Blueprint reading.
  • Organizational skills.

Physical Demands:
  • This position requires standing, walking, & bending throughout shift, including lift and/or move items at times of over 50 pounds.

Benefits: 
  • ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan).
  • Paid Vacation.
  • Paid employee life insurance policy.
  • Paid Holidays.
  • 401K Match.
  • Offered Health, Dental and Vision.
  • Paid short/long-term disability insurance.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.