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Laser Programmer/Operator January 26, 2026

Located in Stoney Creek, ON

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00/hour

Job Full Description

Express Employment Professionals is hiring for a respected Beamsville manufacturer who is expanding. We are seeking a CO2 Laser Programmer/Operator who is a skilled manufacturing team member responsible for creating, testing, and implementing CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programs to guide CO2 laser cutting machines. .

This is a full time, Direct Hire, permanent job, paying between $28-30/hr. The candidate will analyze blueprints, convert CAD drawings into machine code (G-code), and optimize cut paths to maximize material usage and efficiency. This role often involves both offline programming and on-machine operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance, primarily working with metals. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Programming & Nesting: Create, edit, and optimize CNC programs using CAD/CAM software (Bysoft).
  • Machine Operation: Set up and operate CO2 laser machines, including loading materials, selecting lenses, and adjusting gas and focus settings.
  • Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and cut lists.
  • Quality Control: Inspect finished products for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications using precision measuring instruments like calipers and micrometers.
  • Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform routine maintenance on laser machinery and troubleshoot cutting issues such as edge quality, alignment, and machine faults.
  • Workflow Optimization: Maximize material utilization (nesting) to reduce waste and optimize cutting speeds.
  • RFPs/RFQs: Vendor management, handling requests, estimating materials, costs, job time, and ensuring maximum capacity of loads for the Laser Cutting Machines.
  • Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing protective gear, maintaining a clean work area, and ensuring proper ventilation. 

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Experience: 3+ years of experience operating and programming CO2 laser cutting machines, preferably in a sheet metal fabrication environment.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD/CAM software, knowledge of G-code/M-code, and experience with nesting software.
  • Mechanical Aptitude: Strong understanding of machine functions and ability to perform minor repairs.
  • Physical Ability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (common requirement).
  • Specific Machine Knowledge: Familiarity with brands such as Bystonic

Perks

  • Join a highly tenured team
  • Great, newly renovated/built workplace – state of the art equipment
  • Day shift only – Monday to Friday 7:30am – 4:00pm
  • Free parking, convenient location straight off the highway in Beamsville
  • Benefits, RRSP match, PPE allowance
  • Autonomy and decision making
  • Pay between $28-30/hr

How to Apply (4 easy ways):

  1. Call us at 905-687-9595 to chat with our recruitment team
  2. Email your resume to jobs.stcatharineson@expresspros.com
  3. Apply online: www.expresspros.com/stcatharineson
  4. Visit us in person: 436 Vansickle Rd Unit 11, St. Catharines, ON L2S 0A4

About Express Employment Professionals:
At Express, we connect great people with great jobs. We’ll help you find the right fit for your skills and experience — at no cost to you. We offer full-time, part-time, and temporary opportunities, and we work with top employers across Niagara and beyond.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a fair and inclusive workplace for everyone.

Saint Catharines, ON
2811
436 Vansickle Road
Unit 11
Saint Catharines, ON L2S 0A4

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