CO2 CNC Laser Cutting Operator Textiles

Laser Cutting Operator

AXL is a tactical gear design and manufacturing company seeking motivated laser cutting operators to join our team!

Duties

• Responsible for operating & maintaining CO2 Laser cutters to cut fabrics and textiles
• We are looking for someone with attention to detail who can multitask, is organized, can follow directions, and identify issues before they become a problem.
• Maintain work areas and equipment.
• Assist with other tasks as needed and identified by management.

Ideal Candidate

• 1+ Year experience with CO2 Laser cutters
• Apparel industry cut room experience and knowledge of textile materials are a plus.
• Knowledge of importing DXF files into laser cutters and laser cutting control software (Lightburn, RDworks, etc).
• Big plus if you know Autcad, Autocad LT, Fusion360, or similar CAD programs.

What We Are Looking For

• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Attention to detail
• Mechanically inclined and technically minded
• Self-driven and motivated
• Competent, smart, reliable
• Passion for quality
• Good hand and eye coordination
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills
• Able to work in a moderate noise environment
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds unassisted
• Able to work on foot or seated for extended periods of time
• Strong communication skills
• Reliable mode of transportation

Additional Skills We Are Looking For (Not Required, However A Big Plus If You Have Them):

• Speak and write in Spanish fluently
• Knowledge of materials, nylon gear & sewing are a big plus: different types of nylon fabrics, webbing, elastics, velcro, camo patterns, plate carriers, pouches, packs, industrial sewing machines, etc.
• Experience in a production sewing environment (apparel, back packs, pouches, purses, bags, outdoor gear, etc).
• Sewing on an industrial sewing machine
• Knowledge of military and/or law enforcement load-bearing gear (MOLLE/PALs), body armor vests, plate carriers, chest rigs, and ammo pouches from major brands (Spiritus, Crye, Ferro, Eagle, LBT, etc).
• Military veteran and/or first responder
• Software programs: Lightburn, RDWorks, Microsoft Office programs (email, Word, and excel) or similar Google app versions.
• Experience with firearms, airsoft, milsim magfed paintball, etc.

Compensation / Job Advantages

• Work in a comfortable heated and air-conditioned facility
• Starting wage of $14.00 to $20.00 per hour: based on your knowledge and experience

Positions Available

• Full-time: Day shift available
• Part-time: Afternoon, nights, weekends (work with school schedules).
• Job type: Full-time and part-time