Laser Operator – Aerospace Machining with Benefits

Senior; Royston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 15%

6x Life Insurance

Health plan

25 days holiday

Holiday buy/sell

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts

Job summary

Senior Aerospace Thermal Engineering, part of the Senior group, seeks a skilled operator for its machine shop to support the production of aerospace components. You will operate Laser, Mazak and XYZ CNC lathes to ensure parts meet customer specifications while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires reading technical instructions, precision work, and flexibility to cover shifts. Strong teamwork and adherence to company values are essential, with training provided on site.

Qualifications

• Must read and interpret technical documentation, visual aids and data sheets.
• High attention to detail and manual dexterity required.
• Team player with flexibility to work overtime when needed.
• Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with safety focus.
• Flexible in working hours to cover variable shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and complete production route cards and data sheets.
• Set up and operate Laser systems.
• Learn to operate Mazak and CNC machines to cover workload and absences.
• Maintain housekeeping and apply Safety + 5S principles.
• Inspect samples for gauge conformity using measuring equipment.
• Follow Health, Safety & Environmental procedures and wear PPE.
• Complete required training and apply learning to operations.
• Respond to reasonable requests from management.

Skills

Reading technical docs

Manual dexterity

Team player

Attention to detail

Flexible shifts

Tools

Mazak CNC

Laser

XYZ CNC

Job description

Senior Aerospace Thermal Engineering, part of the Senior group, seeks a skilled operator for its machine shop to support the production of aerospace components. You will operate Laser, Mazak and XYZ CNC lathes to ensure parts meet customer specifications while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role requires reading technical instructions, precision work, and flexibility to cover shifts. Strong teamwork and adherence to company values are essential, with training provided on site.