Laser Setter Operator

Workforce Staffing; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,841,000 - 51,572,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Overtime opportunities

Long-term stability

Modern manufacturing environment

Job summary

Workforce Group is seeking two experienced Laser Setter Operators in Nottingham to set, operate and monitor CNC laser cutting machinery, ensuring high-quality components in line with engineering drawings and production requirements.

You will read engineering drawings, perform dimensional checks with verniers and micrometers, and maintain safety and cleanliness in a modern manufacturing environment. Role offers overtime, long-term stability and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating laser cutting machinery.
• Experience in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Experience using verniers, micrometers and gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Set, operate and monitor CNC laser cutting machinery.
• Complete machine set-ups, adjustments and tooling changes.
• Load and unload sheet metal safely.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Carry out quality checks using verniers and gauges.
• Make adjustments to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Identify and report machine, quality or production issues.
• Complete production paperwork and records accurately.
• Carry out routine machine checks and basic preventative maintenance.
• Maintain housekeeping and a safe working environment.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures.
• Work closely with the production team to meet deadlines.
• Support other areas of production when required.

Skills

Laser cutting

Reading engineering drawings

Quality awareness

Attention to detail

Tools

CNC laser cutting machinery

Verniers and micrometers

Job description

Laser Setter Operator

Location: Nottingham
Pay: £15.00–£17.00 per hour + £173 per month shift allowance
Hours: 40 hours per week
Shifts: Rotating shifts

Workforce Group are currently working with a well-established precision engineering and manufacturing business that is looking to recruit two experienced Laser Setter Operators to join their growing production team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Laser Setter Operator looking to join a professional, modern manufacturing environment with long-term stability, overtime opportunities and the chance to develop their skills.

The Role

As a Laser Setter Operator, you will be responsible for setting, operating and monitoring laser cutting machinery to produce high-quality components in line with engineering drawings, customer specifications and production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, operate and monitor CNC laser cutting machinery.
• Complete machine set-ups, adjustments and tooling changes.
• Load and unload sheet metal and other materials safely.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Carry out quality checks using verniers, micrometers, gauges and other measuring equipment.
• Make adjustments where required to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Identify and report machine, quality or production issues.
• Complete production paperwork and records accurately.
• Carry out routine machine checks and basic preventative maintenance.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and a clean, safe working environment.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and safe systems of work.
• Work closely with the wider production team to achieve deadlines and targets.
• Support other areas of production when required.

About You

We are looking for someone with previous experience setting and operating laser cutting machinery within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

You should be confident working from engineering drawings and have a strong understanding of dimensional accuracy and quality standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience operating laser cutting machinery.
• Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or sheet metal environment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.
• Experience using verniers, micrometers and gauges.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused approach.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working rotating shifts.

Desirable

• Experience with CNC laser cutting machinery.
• Previous sheet metal manufacturing experience.
• FLT licence.
• Overhead crane experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement.

What’s on Offer?

• £15.00–£17.00 per hour
• £173 per month shift allowance on top of your hourly rate
• 40 hours per week
• Rotating shift pattern
• Overtime opportunities
• Stable, long-term employment
• Modern professional manufacturing environment
• Opportunities for training, development and progression

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