Laser Machine Operator

Tanqeeb; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, seeks a skilled laser cutting operator to operate and monitor the laser cutting machine during production. You will set up and calibrate the machine before each job, read technical drawings, and ensure parts meet exact tolerances.

The role requires 2–4 years hands-on experience, experience cutting steel pipes and heavy-gauge plate, and the ability to work independently with strong attention to detail and basic troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years hands-on experience operating laser cutting machines.
• Experience cutting steel pipes and heavy-gauge plate, not sheet metal only.
• Able to read and understand technical drawings.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and basic troubleshooting ability.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the laser cutting machine during production.
• Set up and calibrate the machine before each job.
• Cut steel parts according to technical drawings, within required tolerances.
• Carry out basic machine maintenance and cleaning.
• Check finished parts for correct size and quality.
• Identify and fix minor machine issues; report major faults to the supervisor.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE at all times.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.

Skills

Laser cutting

Technical drawings

Independent worker

Troubleshooting

Tools

CNC systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the laser cutting machine during production.
• Set up and calibrate the machine before each job.
• Cut steel parts according to technical drawings, within required tolerances.
• Carry out basic machine maintenance and cleaning.
• Check finished parts for correct size and quality.
• Identify and fix minor machine issues; report major faults to the supervisor.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE at all times.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of hands-on experience operating laser cutting machines.
• Experience cutting steel pipes and heavy-gauge plate (not sheet metal only).
• Able to read and understand technical drawings.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and basic troubleshooting ability.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Experience with laser cutting of heavy-gauge or high-strength materials.
• Familiarity with CNC or automated manufacturing systems.