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2nd Shift Laser Operator

Regal Rexnord · Oshkosh, WI

Posted Sep 3, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you caught a part that was cut wrong before it moved further down the line

attention to quality and whether they inspect their own work instead of relying on others to catch mistakes

Tell me about a time your production schedule was at risk because of a machine issue or material shortage. What did you do

ability to keep output moving and communicate problems instead of letting deadlines slip quietly

Tell me about a time you had to read a bill of materials or work order that was unclear or seemed wrong. How did you handle it

judgment in flagging discrepancies versus guessing and moving forward

How do you like to organize your shift when you know you have several jobs and cycle counts to get through

ability to plan and prioritize multiple responsibilities without close supervision

Technical

Walk me through how you set up a CNC laser job from a blueprint, start to finish.

whether the candidate actually understands the workflow from reading a print to running the machine, not just button-pushing

Have you worked with fiber lasers before, or was your experience on a different type of laser cutter

how close the candidate's hands-on experience matches the equipment used here

How do you adjust the focal point of the laser beam and how do you know when it's set correctly

real depth of setup knowledge versus surface familiarity

How comfortable are you converting fractions to decimals on the fly while you're working from a print

basic math fluency required for dimensional accuracy

What routine checks do you do on a laser machine before you start a shift and after you finish it

whether they treat preventive maintenance as part of the job or skip it under time pressure

Do you have experience running a forklift or pallet jack to move material, and what's the heaviest load you've regularly handled

comfort and safety awareness with the physical material handling this job requires

Situational

If you're partway through a run and you start seeing inconsistent cuts on the edges, what do you check first

troubleshooting instinct and whether they think in a logical order rather than guessing

Say you notice the steel sheet inventory is running low mid-shift. What do you do

whether they proactively flag supply issues to purchasing rather than letting the line stall

What does good housekeeping look like to you on a shop floor around a laser cutting station

safety mindset and whether they see housekeeping as part of the job, not an afterthought

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The full job description

As published by Regal Rexnord.

Work Model: This is a fully onsite role, with work performed at your designated Regal Rexnord office. ____________________ Position Summary:    The Laser Operator is responsible for operating and setting up CNC laser machinery. As the laser operator you are also responsible for the cutting of metal parts and ensure they are cut to the right specification.  Also set up and adjust the machine lens to meet the correct specifications. Make sure all routine checks are done on the CNC laser machine before and after operation. Major Responsibilities:   • Operate the CNC laser • Competent use of hand tools. • Ability to load programs, set machine parameters and proper fixtures to ensure optimal performance of equipment. • Establish proper stop location, adjust laser beam focal points. • Perform dimensional inspections. • Maintain production schedule. • Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions. • Troubleshoot and maintain the machine. • Coordinate with purchasing to manage sheet steel and consumables inventory. • Operate forklift, pallet jacks, hoist, etc. to lift and transport materials exceeding 50 pounds • Performance of cycle counts as prescribed by Production and Inventory Control. • Full understanding of housekeeping expectations • Interpretation of work orders, blueprints, and bills of material. • Assists in deburring material • Other duties and responsibilities as required. Required Education / Experience / Skills:    • High School Diploma/GED • 6 Months+ CNC Laser operator experience (Fiber Laser preferred) • Willing to train • Ability to read blueprints. • Ability to understand basic fractions to decimal conversions and knowledge of numbers and dimensions. • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. • Intermediate personal computer skills, including electronic mail, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc. Plan and prioritize tasks. Benefits • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) • Paid Time Off and Holidays • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance • Paid Leaves • Tuition Assistance About Regal Rexnord Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.  If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan for protected veterans/individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please email Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail Recruiting@RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters Notification to Agencies : Please note that Regal Rexnord Corporation and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("Regal Rexnord") do not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement or similar contract and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Regal Rexnord will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

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