Location: In-House Only – Summersville, West Virginia
Artisan Oak is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Laser Engraving Operator to join our growing warehouse team. This is not an entry-level position—we are looking for someone who can confidently operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and optimize industrial CO2 laser engraving systems while producing premium personalized products to exact standards.
This role is responsible for engraving customer artwork onto our handcrafted whiskey tumblers, shot glasses, ash trays, gift sets, and other American-made wood products. The ideal candidate understands both the technical and creative aspects of laser engraving, including machine operation, graphic preparation, quality control, and preventative maintenance.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, pays attention to the smallest details, and enjoys solving problems in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.
About Us:
At Artisan Oak, we manufacture premium American-made wood products and sell them direct-to-consumer online. From handcrafted white oak whiskey tumblers to personalized gifts and barware, every product that leaves our facility reflects our commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and American manufacturing.
We're building a company that values hard work, continuous improvement, and people who care deeply about what they create. If you enjoy working with your hands, mastering equipment, and producing exceptional products, you'll fit right in.
Requirements:
- 1-2 years experience operating industrial CO2 laser engraving systems
- Strong understanding of laser operation, focus, power, speed, frequency, and engraving optimization
- Experience preparing production-ready artwork and customer files
- Proficiency with LightBurn, Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, or similar vector-based design software
- Ability to create, modify, clean up, and optimize vector artwork
- Strong understanding of SVG, AI, PDF, EPS, and other production file formats
- Ability to troubleshoot engraving quality issues and machine performance problems
- Experience performing routine maintenance on laser systems, including optics cleaning and alignment
- Ability to read and interpret production drawings, work orders, and customer specifications
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple production priorities
- Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Minimum 2 years of relevant laser engraving, manufacturing, or production experience
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Preferred but Not Required:
- Experience operating Omtech Laser Thunder, Epilog, or similar industrial laser systems
- Experience engraving wood products
- Experience with rotary engraving attachments
- Knowledge of exhaust systems, airflow testing, and laser fume extraction
- Experience creating original vector artwork and customer design mockups
- Photography or product imaging experience
- Production manufacturing experience in a high-volume environment
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain multiple industrial CO2 laser engraving systems
- Prepare customer artwork and production files
- Set up and optimize engraving jobs for efficiency and quality
- Perform machine calibration, focusing, testing, and preventative maintenance
- Clean and inspect lenses, mirrors, exhaust systems, and machine components
- Monitor engraving quality throughout production runs
- Troubleshoot equipment, software, and production issues
- Collaborate with production and fulfillment to maintain workflow and deadlines
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Continuously improve production processes and efficiency
Pay & Benefits:
We offer a competitive pay and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.
- Full-time position
- Competitive pay based on experience and capability
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Career advancement opportunities
If you are a proactive, detail-oriented craftsman who enjoys combining technology, manufacturing, and creativity to produce exceptional products, we want to hear from you.
Please apply here or email [email protected] with your name, resume, your experience with laser engraving, and why you are looking for a new employment.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Laser Engraving: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Summersville, WV 26651 (Required)
Work Location: In person
