Laser Operator

Royal Leamington Spa; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Permanent role

Early finish on Fridays

Job summary

Laser Operator position in Royal Leamington Spa is a hands-on manufacturing role within a leading heavy‑duty vehicle components maker. You will operate laser cutting equipment, read drawings, and produce stainless steel and aluminium parts to tight tolerances, ensuring quality and documenting production data.

Ideal candidates bring laser operator experience, ability to read engineering drawings, and familiarity with precision measuring tools.

Qualifications

• Previous laser operator experience
• Able to read engineering/CAD drawings
• Experience using precision measuring equipment
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus

Responsibilities

• Operate laser cutting machines
• Read and interpret engineering/CAD drawings
• Manufacture components from stainless steel and aluminium
• Use measuring equipment (Vernier, calipers, micrometers)
• Carry out quality checks and production documentation
• Perform routine machine maintenance and TPM checks
• Work to production targets with high quality standards

Skills

Previous laser operator experience

Read engineering drawings

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

Laser Operator

Date Posted: 2026-09-16T09:35:06

Location: Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, GB, CV32 4

Employment Type: Full Time

Closing Date: 2026-10-14T12:22:08.763

Job Reference: 34881

Job Description

Looking for a hands‑on manufacturing role with a stable and respected employer? We're recruiting a Laser Operator to join a leading manufacturer within the heavy-duty vehicle sector. Working as part of a skilled production team, you'll operate advanced laser cutting machinery to manufacture high‑quality metal components to exact specifications.

What You'll Be Doing

• Operating laser cutting machines
• Reading and interpreting engineering/CAD drawings
• Manufacturing components from stainless steel and aluminium
• Using measuring equipment including Verniers, callipers and micrometres
• Carrying out quality checks and completing production documentation
• Performing routine machine maintenance and daily TPM checks
• Working to production targets while maintaining high quality standards

What We're Looking For

• Previous laser operator experience
• Ability to read engineering drawings

Experience using precision measuring equipment

Strong attention to detail and quality focus

Reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently

Desirable: Experience with laser cutting machinery, particularly Amada, Trumpf or Bystronic systems.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary plus shift allowance
• Permanent role with long‑term stability
• Early finish every Friday
• Friendly, supportive team environment
• Training and development opportunities

Shift Pattern

• Week 1: 6:00am to 2:30pm Monday to Thursday, 6:00am to 12:00pm Friday
• Week 2: 2:30pm to 11:00pm Monday to Thursday, 12:00pm to 6:00pm Friday

Laser Operator Leamington Spa £34,881.51 + Shift Allowance Permanent | 37.5 Hours | Rotating Shifts