CNC Router & Laser Operator

Optima UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Training and Progression

Company Events

Job summary

Optima UK Inc. in South Leicestershire is seeking a skilled CNC Router & Laser Setter Operator to join the manufacturing team.

The role requires hands-on experience with CNC routers and/or lasers to cut and machine signage components to specification. You will load materials such as ACM, aluminium, acrylic, PVC, MDF and foamex, set up jobs in CAD/CAM or router software if trained, and perform basic quality checks.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC routers and/or lasers.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Teamwork and collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to learn other machinery as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC routers and lasers to cut and machine signage components.
• Load, set, and unload materials such as ACM, aluminium, acrylic, PVC, MDF, and foamex.
• Program or edit jobs using CAD/CAM or router software (where trained).
• Check parts against drawings and job sheets for accuracy and finish.
• Carry out basic quality control and dimensional checks.
• Monitor machine operation and identify faults or tool wear.
• Perform basic machine maintenance and housekeeping.
• Ensure correct material orientation, feeds, and speeds.
• Work to production schedules and deadlines.
• Follow health & safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Keep work areas clean, organised, and free from waste.
• Liaise with sign makers and production staff to support overall build processes.

Skills

CNC Router operation

Laser operation

Teamwork

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Job Role

CNC Router & Laser Operator

Location

South Leicestershire

Pay

£14.50 - £16.40 per hour depending on experience

Working Hours

Monday to Friday 7am - 3.30pm.

Benefits

• Free parking


• Training and Progression


• Company Events

About the Company

A professional trade only sign manufacturer, based in the Leicestershire area, specialising in all types of internal and external signage.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has become available for a CNC Router & Laser Setter Operator for a manufacturing company based in Leicester. Our client is looking for someone who has existing experience of operating CNC Routers and/or Laser machines.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating CNC routers and lasers to cut and machine signage components to specification


• Loading, setting, and unloading materials such as ACM, aluminium, acrylic, PVC, MDF, and foamex


• Programming or editing jobs using CAD/CAM or router software (where trained)


• Checking parts against drawings and job sheets for accuracy and finish


• Carrying out basic quality control and dimensional checks


• Monitoring machine operation and identifying faults or tool wear


• Performing basic machine maintenance and housekeeping


• Ensuring correct material orientation, feeds, and speeds


• Working to production schedules and deadlines


• Following health & safety procedures and safe working practices


• Keeping work areas clean, organised, and free from waste


• Liaising with sign makers and production staff to support overall build processes

About You

• Have previous experience with operating CNC Routers and/or Lasers


• Ability to stand on feet for majority of the day


• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal


• Work well as part of a team


• Willingness to learn how to operate and possibly set other machinery as required

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