Weekend Shift Laser Operator

About this role

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.

About the Opportunity: Laser Operator – Weekend Shift Join Life Fitness/Hammer Strength as a Laser Operator on our weekend shift and help build high-quality strength and fitness equipment in a fast-paces manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll safely set-up and operator laser cutting equipment (tube and flat laser positions available) to produce high-quality parts that meeting engineering specifications and customer expectations.

This full-time position offers a base wage of $21.25-$25.00 per hour plus overtime eligibility after only 36 hours worked per week.

Why You'll Love the Weekend Shift Our Weekend Shift gives you more time for life while rewarding your commitment. • Work just 36 hours and get paid for 40 hours • Three-day workweek — work Friday through Sunday and enjoy four days off every week • Competitive pay and benefits • Free access to our on-site fitness center • Opportunity to build products that help people live stronger, healthier lives

Shift: Weekend Shift (Friday–Sunday, 5:00 AM–5:30 PM)  

What You'll Do Responsibilities include: • Set up, operate, and adjust laser cutting equipment using setup sheets and Kanban cards. • Operate the laser control system and monitor machine performance. • Load raw steel into the laser and unload finished parts safely and efficiently. • Perform visual inspections of raw materials and finished products to ensure quality standards are met. • Read blueprints, process sheets, and work instructions to produce parts accurately. • Count finished parts to verify correct quantities. • Properly identify and tag completed jobs with required production information. • Report material shortages, quality concerns, or equipment issues to the Lead or Supervisor. • Perform routine equipment maintenance and complete daily preventive maintenance (PM) logs. • Complete production documentation accurately and on time. • Safely operate hoists and manual pallet jacks. • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. • Assist with other fabrication activities as needed.

What We're Looking For Successful candidates will have: • Manufacturing experience, preferably in metal fabrication or laser operations. • Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot basic equipment issues. • Ability to read blueprints, process sheets, and tape measures in both standard and metric measurements. • Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using a calculator. • Basic computer skills and the ability to operate computerized manufacturing equipment. • Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, and speaking). • High school diploma or equivalent preferred. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety. • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to safely perform the essential functions of the job, including: • Lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. • Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift. • Frequently reach, grasp tools and materials, and climb stairs as needed. • Safely operate hoists and manual pallet jacks. • Successfully complete a comprehensive vision examination as required for the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join Us? When you join our team, you'll become part of a company that values teamwork, innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. Every component you produce contributes to premium fitness equipment that helps people around the world achieve healthier, stronger lives. You'll have opportunities to develop your skills, grow your career, and work alongside teammates who take pride in what they build.

At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. Your base wage will be between $21.25 - $26.13 per hour and includes eligibility for overtime. The actual wage offer will be based on qualifications, experience, location, and other relevant factors. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in the Production Bonus Plan, which provides opportunities to earn additional compensation based on performance metrics. Bonus eligibility is subject to meeting certain production goals and other criteria as outlined. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time team members, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match; medical, dental and vision insurance, parental, medical and military leaves of absence, paid time off including paid holidays, company paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; identity protection, legal services, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, employee discounts, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.  Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

Want to take the next step in your career? Life Fitness/Hammer Strength takes pride in our talented employees and believes in providing opportunities for further growth and advancement. We encourage you to test your strengths, push your limits, and unleash your potential. If you feel the position is right for you, we invite you to apply. We’ll work with you closely to support you throughout the hiring process. If your CV/ resume shows that your skills and experience have synergy with the job description, then we’ll hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more

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