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CNC Laser Cutting Technician
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Express Skilled Trades - Kansas City
North Kansas City, MO (In Person)
$52,000 Salary, Full-Time
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CNC Laser Cutting Technician Express Skilled Trades - Kansas City North Kansas City, MO Job Details Full-time $20 - $30 an hour 20 hours ago Qualifications Machine tool maintenance Machine shop presses Press brake machine Mechanical blueprint interpretation Press operation Measurement-based inspection Machine setup Equipment setup (production tasks) Quality records maintenance Maintaining an organized workspace Blueprint specification interpretation Sheet metal fabrication Laser cutting Monitoring dimensions Machining tool setup Mid-level Shop math Industrial equipment troubleshooting Factory operations documentation First article inspection High school diploma or GED Dimensional measurements Production optimization CNC quality inspection Plasma cutters Precision measurement in machining Mechanical quality control procedures Production monitoring Collaboration with manufacturing teams Machine adjustment Full Job Description CNC Laser Cutting Technician A day in the life You arrive, review the production schedule, then load the next nest into the CNC laser. With the blueprint at your side, you verify dimensions and tolerances, fine-tune feed rates and focus heights, and complete a first-article inspection. Throughout the shift you monitor cut quality, adjust parameters to reduce scrap, and keep the machine running smoothly. When an alert pops up, you diagnose and correct it, log performance data, and move clean, accurate parts to the next step. You wrap up by documenting output, cleaning your work area, and collaborating with the team on tomorrow's run plan. Core responsibilities Operate CNC laser cutting equipment to produce metal components to specification. Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to identify cutting paths, dimensions, and tolerances. Set up, calibrate, and adjust machine parameters to achieve precise, high-quality cuts with minimal waste. Perform routine preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting to ensure reliable machine performance. Inspect finished parts, verify measurements, and confirm adherence to quality standards. Partner with production teammates to optimize workflow and consistently meet throughput targets. Maintain a neat, safe, and organized workstation while following all safety protocols. Document production activities and machine performance for quality control and traceability. What you bring Proven experience running CNC laser cutters or plasma cutting machines. Strong ability to read/interpret blueprints and technical drawings. Proficiency with fabrication math (measurements, angles, tolerances). Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality. Effective problem-solving skills and hands-on troubleshooting ability. High school diploma or equivalent; technical training/certification in CNC operation preferred. Machines & technologies you'll use Press Brake About Express Employment Professionals Express Employment Professionals is a leading staffing partner across the U.S. and Canada. Each day, we connect great people with great companies, offering full-time, temporary, and part-time opportunities across professional, commercial, and administrative roles through a network of 750+ franchise locations. Willing to submit to drug and background screening EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabilities