Laser Cutting Team Leader

Jenrick Engineering; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is looking for two Team Leaders to manage the Laser department and operate CNC Laser Machines. The role involves mentoring and supporting a small team while maintaining technical proficiency in laser cutting. Candidates must have proven experience with Trumpf CNC Laser Machines and strong leadership skills. Offering a permanent position with salaries ranging from £38,000 to £47,800 depending on shifts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of setting and operating Trumpf CNC Laser Machines.
• Strong understanding of laser cutting parameters and materials.
• Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience of basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of steel fabrication and production workflows.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring and leading a team of Laser Operators.
• Setting and operating CNC Laser machines.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Operating CNC Laser Machines

Reading Engineering Drawings

Troubleshooting

Tools

Trumpf CNC Laser Machines

Nesting Software

Job description

Are you a Team Leader with previous experience of setting and operating CNC Laser Machines? I am working with a client in Sandbach who are recruiting x2 Team Leaders to run the Laser department on either a mornings or afternoons shift. As a Team Leader you must have proven experience on Laser machines as well as the ability to motivate, lead and support a small team in a fast paced environment.

This is a weekly paid permanent position

Hours and Salary

• Monday to Friday, 6am - 2pm (shorter day on a Friday) £38,000 - £43,000
• Monday to Friday, 2pm - 10pm (shorter day on a Friday) £42,500 - £47,800

The Role

Mentoring, managing, leading and supporting a small team of Laser Operators whilst still being hands on setting and operating CNC Laser machines.

Experience

• Proven experience of setting and operating Trumpf CNC Laser Machines - essential
• Strong understanding of laser cutting parameters, materials and nesting software
• Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Experience of basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of a steel fabrication and production workflow
• Lead a team previously