Laser Supervisor

ROBERTSON RECRUITMENT SERVICES LIMITED; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free onsite parking

Training and career progression

Job summary

Robertson Recruitment Services Limited is seeking a Laser Cutter Supervisor in Nottingham to oversee the laser cutting department, lead a skilled team, and ensure production schedules are met. The role emphasizes quality, safety and continuous improvement in a modern manufacturing setting.

You will manage workloads, operate laser systems when needed, perform first-off inspections, and collaborate with Planning, Quality and Operations. Ongoing training and career progression are available.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a laser cutting team or manufacturing department.
• Strong understanding of engineering drawings and sheet metal fabrication.
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the daily operation of the laser cutting department
• Leading, motivating and supporting the laser cutting team
• Planning and allocating workloads to meet production schedules
• Operating and setting laser cutting machinery when required
• Carrying out first-off inspections and ensuring products meet customer specifications
• Working closely with Programming, Production Planning, Quality and Operations teams
• Supporting recruitment and induction of new team members
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture across the department

Skills

Team leadership

Laser cutting

Planning

Problem-solving

Communication

People management

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Salary: £17.00 per hour (£34,476 per annum)

Rotational Shifts: 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm.

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Salary: £17.00 per hour (£34,476 per annum)

Rotational Shifts: 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm.

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Why work for us?

• Overtime available
• Permanent / full time role
• Company pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Ongoing investment in modern manufacturing technology
• Training and genuine career progression opportunities
• Supportive and growing engineering business where your contribution makes a real difference

--------------------------------------------------------------------- The Opportunity:

We are looking for aLaser Cutter Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day running of our laser cutting department. This is a genuine working supervisor role where you'll lead by example, supporting production on the shop floor while driving quality, productivity and continuous improvement.

You'll play a key role in ensuring customer expectations are met, production targets are achieved and your team has the support they need to succeed, while keeping morale and motivation high.

We are a well-established precision manufacturer with a reputation for quality, reliability and outstanding customer service.

We continue to invest in the latest manufacturing technology and our people, creating a modern manufacturing environment where skilled engineers can build rewarding, long-term careers.

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for motivated people who want to grow with us.

----------------------------------------------------------------- The Role:

• Supervising the daily operation of the laser cutting department
• Leading, motivating and supporting the laser cutting team
• Planning and allocating workloads to meet production schedules
• Operating and setting laser cutting machinery when required
• Carrying out first-off inspections and ensuring products meet customer specifications
• Working closely with Programming, Production Planning, Quality and Operations teams
• Supporting recruitment and induction of new team members
• Promoting a strong health and safety culture across the department

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What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience team leading or supervising a laser cutting department or manufacturing team
• Experience operating laser cutting machinery
• A strong understanding of engineering drawings and sheet metal fabrication
• Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving skills
• The ability to prioritise workloads and meet production deadlines
• Strong communication and people management skills
• A quality-focused approach with excellent attention to detail

Desirable:

• Experience with Bystronic, Trumpf, Amada or similar laser cutting equipment
• Knowledge of ERP or MRP systems
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience
• Forklift licence
• First Aid qualification

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