Laser/CNC Operator - Wayland/1st shift
Job ID
2026-9547
# of Openings
2
Type
Full-Time
Job Location: Address
4714 Circuit Court
State
MI
City
Wayland
ZIP Code
49348
Shift
First
Overview
Our growing company is seeking to hire a 1st shift Laser Operator at our Wayland Michigan location.
This position has a unique schedule:
One week will work 3 days p/week, the next week will work 4 days p/week - that gives you a 3-day weekend every other week.
**The scheduled hours are 6am to 6pm**
In addition to a great starting pay of at least $21 p/hour.
**$1,000 Sign-on Bonus**
**Paid Vacation upon hire, Benefits after 30 days**
What Does It Take to Be a Fit for working at MEC?
Min. 1 yr. laser experience preferred
Great communication and attendance, so your team can count on you
Ability to work MEC Safe, by following all safety policies and procedures
A positive can-do attitude, a desire to learn and to be engaged
Good hand eye coordination and an attention to detail
A good teammate and willingness to help others
Responsibilities
A role like this comes with some important responsibilities which include:
Use hard gages and calipers to confirm part quality
Utilize forklift and crane to load material into machine
Operate and troubleshoot machine parameters to ensure premium part quality
Perform daily preventative maintenance and typically set up multiple jobs per day
Utilize prints and work instructions to determine cutting specifications
Qualifications
Ability to understand work orders and follow instructions
Work with little direction (other than standard procedures)
Having laser experience is preferred, especially Tube Laser
Ability to understand and follow at MEC safety policies and procedures
Demonstrate a dedication to achieving results and be able to sustain high drive and energy
Knowledge of tubular steel manufacturing and fabrication processes is a PLUS!
MEC Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering an environment of mutual respect and integrity. We conduct all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Furthermore, MEC undertakes affirmative action initiatives to ensure equal employment opportunities for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.
