Laser Operative

ADS Laser Cutting Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Private Healthcare

Pension scheme

Onsite gym

Staff canteen

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ADS Laser Cutting Ltd in the East Midlands is seeking an experienced Laser Operative to set and run Trumpf laser cutting machines, producing precise components to customer drawings while maintaining safety and quality.

You will verify material, read engineering drawings, monitor cut quality, perform routine maintenance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. This is a site-based role with a 38-hour week and company benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience setting and operating Trumpf or similar laser cutting machinery.
• Experience within bespoke, subcontract, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of quality, dimensional accuracy, and material handling.
• Experience with machine maintenance and preventative maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Set and operate Trumpf laser cutting machines, making adjustments to achieve optimum cutting performance and quality.
• Verify material grade, thickness, finish, sheet size, job pack, and NC programmes before production.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and ensure components meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Monitor cut quality throughout production and take corrective action where required.
• Inspect finished parts for accuracy, damage, surface condition, and suitability for subsequent processes.
• Handle stainless steel, polished, grained, anodised, and other finished materials carefully to prevent damage.
• Maximise material utilisation by effectively using suitable offcuts and requesting re‑programming where necessary.
• Clearly label and store offcuts with the required material and job information.
• Carry out routine and preventative maintenance, including machine checks, cleaning, and maintaining water, oil, and other required levels.
• Identify and report machine faults, wear, or maintenance requirements to minimise downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area and comply with all health and safety requirements.
• Accurately record production times and job information using ERP and complete all required documentation.
• Communicate production issues and improvement opportunities to management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce waste, and prevent errors

Skills

Trumpf laser

Reading drawings

Quality awareness

Maintenance skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

ADS Laser Cutting is a full-service metalwork specialist providing laser cutting, folding, fabrication, finishing and assembly services to customers across the engineering, transport, infrastructure and manufacturing sectors.

Operating from an 87,000 sq. ft. facility and employing over 100 people, we combine modern technology, robust processes and experienced teams to deliver high-quality products, reliable lead times and excellent customer service.

As a family-owned business that continues to grow through investment in technology, systems and people, ADS offers a stable and well-supported environment with exciting opportunities for long-term development.

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Laser Operative To set and operate Trumpf laser cutting machines to produce accurate, high quality components in accordance with customer drawings, specifications, and production requirements, while maintaining safety, efficiency, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and operate Trumpf laser cutting machines, making adjustments to achieve optimum cutting performance and quality.
• Verify material grade, thickness, finish, sheet size, job pack, and NC programmes before production.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and ensure components meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Monitor cut quality throughout production and take corrective action where required.
• Inspect finished parts for accuracy, damage, surface condition, and suitability for subsequent processes.
• Handle stainless steel, polished, grained, anodised, and other finished materials carefully to prevent damage.
• Maximise material utilisation by effectively using suitable offcuts and requesting re‑programming where necessary.
• Clearly label and store offcuts with the required material and job information.
• Carry out routine and preventative maintenance, including machine checks, cleaning, and maintaining water, oil, and other required levels.
• Identify and report machine faults, wear, or maintenance requirements to minimise downtime.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area and comply with all health and safety requirements.
• Accurately record production times and job information using ERP and complete all required documentation.
• Communicate production issues and improvement opportunities to management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce waste, and prevent errors

Skills, Experience & Personal Attributes

• Previous experience setting and operating Trumpf or similar laser cutting machinery.
• Experience within bespoke, subcontract, or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of quality, dimensional accuracy, and material handling.
• Experience with machine maintenance and preventative maintenance practices.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Professional, positive, and flexible approach to work.
• Willingness to support innovation, continuous improvement, and business growth.

Benefits:

• Competitive package for the right candidate.
• 100% site based.
• Life assurance.
• Private Healthcare (after qualifying period)
• Above statutory holiday entitlement with additional service linked holiday.
• 38 hour working week, working Monday to Thursday 3.15pm to 01.15am
  
• Onsite gym.
• Pension scheme.
• Commitment to investing in training and development.
• Company provided workwear and PPE.
• Onsite parking.
• Staff canteen.
• Employee Assistance Program.