CNC Laser Setter Operator — Fast-Paced Career Growth

Regional Recruitment; East Goscote; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Permanent, full-time

Training and development

Career progression

Modern manufacturing environment

Job summary

Regional Recruitment are seeking an experienced Laser Setter Operator for a Leicester-based manufacturing company.

You will set up and operate CNC laser and punch machinery, read engineering drawings and ensure high-quality production with accurate measurements. The role offers progression, training and development within a fast-paced environment.

The position is permanent, full-time with £14.00–£17.00 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC laser/punch machinery.
• 1–2 years in a laser setting/operating role preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Mathematical ability and precision measurement with verniers.
• Understanding of laser cutting gases and parameters.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Good Health & Safety awareness in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Set up, check, adjust and prepare CNC laser jobs for production.
• Configure materials to ensure accurate, efficient production.
• Load programmes via the machine control system.
• Adjust laser cutting conditions for optimum results.
• Select gases/settings for laser cutting and carry out inspections.
• Use precision measuring equipment to verify components meet specs.
• Maintain safe handling of finished products and move them as required.
• Record production data and collaborate with Supervisors and Engineers.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.
• Cross-train across manufacturing areas as needed.

Skills

CNC laser

Machine setup

Reading drawings

Verniers/precision measuring

Safety awareness

Lean manufacturing

Tools

CNC laser equipment

Laser control system

Punch machinery

Machine control software

Job description

Regional Recruitment are seeking an experienced Laser Setter Operator for a Leicester-based manufacturing company.

You will set up and operate CNC laser and punch machinery, read engineering drawings and ensure high-quality production with accurate measurements. The role offers progression, training and development within a fast-paced environment.

The position is permanent, full-time with £14.00–£17.00 per hour depending on experience.