Laser Operator

Apex Recruitment - Leamington Spa; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Laser Operator to join their dedicated team in Royal Leamington Spa. In this permanent role, you'll operate advanced laser machines, ensuring high-quality manufacturing of components while adhering to tight deadlines. You'll interpret CAD drawings, maintain equipment, and perform quality control checks, contributing to the production of heavy-duty vehicles. If you possess machine operating experience and a keen eye for detail, this is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in a supportive environment where your contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in operating laser cutting machines is essential.
• Ability to interpret CAD drawings and perform quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate laser machines and manufacture components to high standards.
• Maintain machinery and perform quality control checks.

Skills

Laser machine operation

CAD/engineering drawing interpretation

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Time management

Tools

Amada

Bystronic

Trumpf machine

Vernier

Callipers

Micrometres

Job description

Laser Operator
Location: Leamington Spa
Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Rotating weekly shifts
Shifts 6.00am - 2.30 pm and 06.00-12.00 Friday and 2.30pm - 11pm and 12.00-18.00 Friday
Salary £33,620.73 per annum + shift allowance (where applicable)

A well-established manufacturing company that specialises in heavy duty vehicles is looking to recruit a Laser Operator to join their small team based in Leamington Spa on a permanent basis.

The Laser Operator role:

• Operating and running the Laser machines
• Manufacturing components to a high standard
• Ability to interpret and work to CAD/engineering drawings
• Using engineering measuring equipment such as Vernier’s, callipers, or Micrometres
• Maintaining machinery by cleaning it and making sure it is in working order and checking and ordering materials needed
• Working with multiple types of metal, including stainless steel and aluminium
• Removing and cleaning of finished parts ready for Production
• Daily TMP checks and general maintenance of Laser machines, replacing specific parts, nozzles, lenses etc.
• Completing your own quality control checks
• Completion of documentation
• Keeping to tight deadlines and targets

The ideal Laser Operator:

• Experience of either Amada, Bystronic or a Trumpf machine would be beneficial
• Machine operating experience
• Previous experience of operating laser cutting machines; setting would be an advantage
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to plan and work from own initiative, with minimum supervision
• Applicants will need to demonstrate attention to detail and reliability
• Must be a self-motivated individual

How to Apply:

To show your interest in this position, please Apply Now with a copy of your CV. Should you be successfully shortlisted, a member of our team will contact you to discuss the role in more detail. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.