Location: Charlotte, NC
Category: Skilled Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract to Perm
Date Added: 12/31/2025
Job Title: Fiber Optic Laser Operator – Immediate Opening (2nd Shift)
Location: Charlotte, NC
Salary: $18.00 per hour
Location: Charlotte, NC
Salary: $18.00 per hour
Schedule: 2nd Shift | Monday-Friday | 1:00pm-9:00pm
Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire
Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire
Job Summary
We are hiring a Fiber Optic Laser Operator for an immediate opening to support high-volume metal fabrication operations. This role will work the 2nd shift and will train on the 1st shift prior to transition. The operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring fiber laser cutting equipment to produce precision parts that meet quality, safety, and production standards. Hands-on experience with industrial fiber laser systems is required.
We are hiring a Fiber Optic Laser Operator for an immediate opening to support high-volume metal fabrication operations. This role will work the 2nd shift and will train on the 1st shift prior to transition. The operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring fiber laser cutting equipment to produce precision parts that meet quality, safety, and production standards. Hands-on experience with industrial fiber laser systems is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate fiber optic laser cutting equipment, including job changeovers
- Monitor laser performance to ensure consistent quality, accuracy, and production efficiency
- Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to verify parts meet specifications
- Adjust machine parameters to maintain tolerances and minimize scrap
- Complete production and quality documentation, including run data and inspection records
- Maintain a safe, clean work environment while supporting team production goals
Required Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Hands-on experience operating fiber optic laser cutting equipment required
- Experience with one or more of the following laser brands required: Trumpf, Amada, Bystronic, Mazak (or similar industrial fiber laser systems)
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical documentation
- Proficiency with measurements, tolerances, and inspection tools
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety standards
What’s Offered
- Health Insurance – Medical, Dental, Vision
- Paid Holidays
- Bereavement Leave
- Retirement and 401(k)
- Personal Advancement
About Us
At NCW, we do our best to provide the brightest talent to the best companies across the country. Founded in 2000 our company’s purpose was to redefine the way people think about contract staffing. People come first in our business. Our services are refined with in-depth expertise in our industry verticals, construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering. We care about finding solutions that benefit everyone involved: our clients, our candidates, and our workforce.
NCW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity and inclusion are important components of our culture and hiring practices. NCW is an employer and business partner dedicated to elevating the quality of life of our employees, clients, and communities.
At NCW, we do our best to provide the brightest talent to the best companies across the country. Founded in 2000 our company’s purpose was to redefine the way people think about contract staffing. People come first in our business. Our services are refined with in-depth expertise in our industry verticals, construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering. We care about finding solutions that benefit everyone involved: our clients, our candidates, and our workforce.
NCW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity and inclusion are important components of our culture and hiring practices. NCW is an employer and business partner dedicated to elevating the quality of life of our employees, clients, and communities.