Laser Punch Operator – 2nd Shift in Gastonia, North Carolina at Industrical Fabricators

IFAB Corporation is seeking an experienced Laser Punch Operator to join our 2nd Shift manufacturing team. We are looking for a skilled operator with hands-on experience running laser cutting or laser punch machines in a metal fabrication environment.

If you have experience operating CNC laser equipment, working with sheet metal, and producing precision components according to blueprints and specifications, we want to hear from you!

• Set up and operate CNC laser punch or laser cutting machines to process sheet metal according to production requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and engineering specifications.
• Load materials, unload finished parts, and monitor machine performance throughout production.
• Adjust machine settings and parameters to ensure accurate and consistent production.
• Inspect finished parts to verify dimensions, quality, and compliance with specifications.
• Identify and troubleshoot basic machine or production issues.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

• Previous hands-on experience operating laser cutting or laser punch machines is required.
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication or CNC manufacturing.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand dimensions and tolerances.
• Knowledge of machine setup, operation, and quality inspection.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet production goals.

• Experience with TRUMPF, Salvagnini, Bodor, or similar laser equipment.
• Experience operating CNC combination laser/punch machines.
• Familiarity with nesting software and CNC machine programming.

• Competitive pay

• Weekly pay
• Overtime opportunities
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee referral program

Monday–Thursday 5:30 PM – 4:00 AM

Bring your laser operating experience to IFAB and make an impact from day one. Apply today!