Laser Operator

Wentworth James Group; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth James Group is seeking a skilled Laser Operator in the West Midlands to join our manufacturing team. The role involves operating laser cutting machines to cut and shape metal parts according to specifications.

The ideal candidate will be able to read technical drawings, fabricate components, and perform tooling changes while ensuring quality and accuracy. Basic maths skills and proficiency with hand tools are important, with prior laser cutting exposure preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge with experience in sheet metal work.
• Proficiency in using hand tools for various tasks.
• Basic maths skills for measurements and calculations.
• Previous experience in laser cutting operations is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laser cutting machines.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Fabricate, assemble, and weld metal parts as required.
• Perform tooling changes and adjustments.
• Inspect finished products for quality assurance.
• Maintain a clean and organised work area.
• Utilise hand tools for grinding and finishing tasks.

Skills

Laser cutting

Blueprint reading

Sheet metal work

Hand tools

Quality inspection

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Laser Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating laser cutting machines to cut, shape, and fabricate metal parts according to specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laser cutting machines
• Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
• Fabricate, assemble, and weld metal parts as required
• Perform tooling changes and adjustments
• Inspect finished products for quality assurance
• Maintain a clean and organised work area
• Utilise hand tools for grinding and finishing tasks

Experience

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Mechanical knowledge with experience in sheet metal work
• Proficiency in using hand tools for various tasks
• Basic maths skills for measurements and calculations
• Previous experience in laser cutting operations is desirable but not essential