**Job Title: Laser Operator** **Job Description** As a Laser Operator, you will be responsible for operating the laser machine and ensuring the correct program is being run. Your duties will include loading sheet metal into the machine and contributing to production tasks. **Responsibilities** + Operate laser machine efficiently. + Ensure the correct program is being executed on the machine. + Load sheet metal into the machine accurately. + Contribute to overall production and machine operation tasks. **Essential Skills** + 3+ years of manufacturing experience in a high-volume, fast-paced production environment. + Experience in metalworking or hollow metal fabrication is preferred. + Proficiency with CNC manufacturing equipment is preferred. + Dexterity in handling manufacturing equipment, basic power tools, and machinery. + Ability to read and understand specification sheets, blueprints, and work orders. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Ability to layout and load materials using basic math and handheld measuring tools. + Proficiency in utilizing computer output from CAD/CAM systems. + Capability to enter instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches. + Ability to set up mills and lathes. + Knowledge and ability to maintain the machine in good working order. + Understanding of re-work procedures and finished product characteristics. + Knowledge and ability to perform lock out/tag out procedures. **Why Work Here?** This is a contract-to-hire position where you will be treated as a permanent employee from day one. Enjoy monthly employee appreciation lunches and become part of a supportive work environment. **Work Environment** This position requires working the 2nd shift from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with some overtime on Saturdays. Videos are available to provide a visual understanding of the work environment. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fontana, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Fontana,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.