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Weekend Shift Laser Operator

Life Fitness


Job Location:

Ramsey, NJ - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 21 - 26
Posted: 21 August 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 this role youll 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 Youll 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 (FridaySunday 5:00 AM5:30 PM)

      What Youll 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 Were 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 youll 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. Youll 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. Youll 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. Well 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 well hop on a call to get to know you and your experience and discuss the position in more detail. If its not the right opportunity this time well always let you know.

      Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Life Fitness / Hammer Strength complies with all applicable federal state and local laws regardingemploymentrecruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship status disability protected veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal state or local laws.

      There continues to be a significant increase in phishing attempts across all industries where fraudsters are impersonating real employees and sending fictitious job offers to applicants in a scheme to obtain sensitive information. Please note that Life Fitness/Hammer Strength will never ask for your financial information at any part of the interview process including the post-offer stage and will only correspond through @ or @ domain email addresses or for U.S. opportunities.

      Life Fitness/Hammer Strength does not accept applications inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors.


      Required Experience:

      IC


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