Laser Operator Weekend Nights x 5 – MTL Advanced

HTA Group; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Life Assurance

Company pension

Healthcare Scheme

Onsite parking

Job summary

MTL Advanced in Rotherham is seeking a Laser Operator to join the skilled Laser Cutting team. The role involves operating Laser Cutting machines to fabricate precision components in a busy production environment.

You will set up the machine, load materials with a crane, inspect parts and support quality standards while adhering to safety and process requirements. The position offers weekend shifts and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in machining operative or laser production.
• Basic maths for measurements and calculations.
• Slinging and lifting crane experience.
• Flexible approach to changing and challenging requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to maintain focus on quality and its importance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to generate innovative concepts.

Responsibilities

• Operate hoist / crane to load sheet steel onto laser bed.
• Set up the machine for cutting.
• Unload parts and unused sheet steel and store.
• Ensure Laser Machines are supplied with the correct materials.
• Check material size, thickness and grade prior to cutting.
• Cut and shape materials according to engineer drawings.
• Inspect finished components; mark, clean and fettling products.
• Ensure parts and sheets are labelled and routed to the next department.

Skills

Machining experience

Basic math

Crane experience

Flexible/adaptable

Interpersonal skills

Quality focus

Problem solving

Job description

VACANCY: Laser Operator

LOCATION:Rotherham, S60 (Close to Meadowhall, Sheffield)

SHIFTS: Saturday and Sunday 6pm – 6am – plus one 8 hour shift midweek.

PAY: £18.65 – £22.44 Per Hour.

ABOUT US:

MTL Advanced is a Yorkshire-based, engineering and manufacturing company operating from a 390,000 sq. ft. facility in Rotherham.

We have invested in an extensive range of technology and equipment and provide services to a range of OEM’s from leading industries including defence, security, construction, quarrying, recycling and rail.

Our inhouse capabilities include, large format Laser Cutting and Press Braking, CNC Precision Machining, Fabrication & Welding, Shot Blasting, Painting and final Assembly.

You will be joining our highly skilled Laser Cutting team to ensure work is produced to the highest quality standard and to customer requirements. The role involves operating Laser Cutting machines to fabricate precision components, ensuring high-quality standards are met throughout the production process. As the Laser Operator, you will have experience in fabrication and welding, along with basic mathematical skills to ensure precision in measurements and cuts.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

• Operate hoist / crane to load sheet steel onto laser bed
• Setting the machine up for cutting
• Unloading parts and unused sheet steel and storing
• Ensure Laser Machines are supplied with the correct materials
• Ensure material is checked for size, thickness and grade prior to cutting
• Cut and shape the correct materials according to engineer drawings
• Inspect finished components; Marking up of cut parts, cleaning and fettling products
• Ensure parts and sheets are handled and labelled correctly
• Ensure the parts are routed correctly to the next department / team

ABOUT YOU:

• Knowledge working within a machining operative / machine minding capacity or general laser production
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations
• Slinging and lifting crane experience
• A flexible approach to be able to adapt to changing and challenging requirements
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
• Ability to remain focused on Quality and consistently reiterate its importance to others
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to generate innovative concepts and ideas

WHAT WE OFFER:

• A culture of shared values, goals, attitudes and business growth
• Competitive salary
• 33 days holiday (including statutory Public Holidays)
• Secure onsite free parking
• Life Assurance plan (Death in Service)
• Monthly Prize DrawCompany pension plan
• Productivity Bonus
• Reduced gym membership
• Healthcare Scheme
• Colleague Referral Programme: we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team
• Companywide initiatives to share in our future success
• A blend of training to support your career development

We know that our people are the most important asset to MTL Advanced, and we are looking for skilled, passionate and driven professionals to work with our inspirational leaders, promote our culture and enable change. With expertise across the manufacturing industry and a leading UK facility, innovation and investment make MTL a great choice for your career.