Flatbed Laser Operator Accrofab Alcester Production - Shop Floor

Bromford Industries Limited; Alcester; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bromford Industries Limited in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Setter/Operator - Laser for our Manufacturing Department. You will operate laser equipment, read CNC codes, and prepare tooling according to procedures to achieve production targets.

The role is on the late shift (39 hours per week) with 16:30–02:30 Mon-Wed and 16:30–01:30 Thu. We value candidates with aerospace/manufacturing exposure, a quality mindset, teamwork, and a proactive, ownership-driven attitude.

Qualifications

• Experience in Aerospace/Engineering/Manufacturing is desirable.
• Ability to read CNC codes and set up machines.
• Familiar with quality and manufacturing standards.
• Positive, proactive attitude and ownership.
• Willingness to learn and coach others.

Responsibilities

• Use and control of lasers per procedures.
• Read CNC code for machine setup and operation.
• Set up machines with required tooling per procedures.
• Carry out laser cutting to job cards; meet output targets.
• Inspect components using measuring equipment.
• Record TPM activities and maintain 5S areas.

Skills

Laser operation

CNC reading

Quality standards

Teamwork

Ownership

Safety mindset

Tools

MRP system

Job description

We have a vacancy within our Manufacturing Department and are currently recruiting for the role of Setter/ Operator - Laser. We are looking for candidates who have relevant and proven experience seeking an opportunity to develop their skills and join a growing Organisation.

Shift Pattern:

39 hours per week working the Late Shift; 16.30 to 02.30 Monday to Wednesday and 16.30 to 01.30 Thursdays with designated.

Main duties and responsibilities:

Responsibilities specific to the role.

• Use and control of Lasers in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Ability to read and understand CNC code to the level required for machine set up and operation.
• Understanding of and safe use of air tools and hand tools
• Understand all set up parameters and the effect that they have on the process.
• Set up machines with the required work holding and tooling in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Complete laser cutting operations efficiently in accordance with Job Card instructions to achieve the required output levels.

General responsibilities.

• Comply with all company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements and report any concerns to supervision.
• Read and understand the requirements on the Job Card for the operation to be carried out.
• Ensure that all the documentation required to carry out the operation in accordance with the Job Card is available at the point of use and at the correct revision.
• Read and understand all manufacturing instructions prior to commencing an operation, this includes Machine and Tooling Set Up Packs as required, Engineering Drawings, Data Cards, Inspection Plans etc.
• Use of all measuring equipment as necessary to check conformance to requirements.
• Carry out in process inspection in accordance with requirements to ensure that components are conforming prior to passing on to subsequent operations.
• Ensure that components identified as non-conforming during in process inspection are identified and communicated in accordance with the Non-Conformance Procedure.
• Complete all work booking requirements within the MRP system to ensure accurate WIP records.
• Follow work handling and storage instructions to prevent damage to components.
• Support Root Cause Analysis activities when non-conformance occurs to prevent reoccurrence.
• Carry out and record all TPM activities in accordance with the specified schedule for the equipment being operated.
• Ensure that work areas are tidy, cleaned and maintained in accordance with 5S requirements.
• Engage and contribute to Continuous Improvement activities to maximise efficiency.
• Comply with all company procedures and policies.

Person Specification:

• 1/2 years’ experience in the Aerospace Industry/ Engineering/ Manufacturing/ a similar role is desirable
• Must become familiar with quality & manufacturing standards and maintain and achieve specified targets and objectives in line with business requirements
• Required to produce acceptable first offs — "right first time"
• Train and coach fellow colleagues to suit the business requirements
• Positive, ‘can do’ attitude
• Takes full ownership of their area of responsibility
• Disciplined and self-motivated
• Has a strong teamwork and supportive mentality

We will be selecting a candidate who is aligned with our RISE Values; Respect, Integrity, Safety and Excellence, and who collaborates well with others to maximise teamworking.

Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.