Waterjet Operator

McGeoch Technology Ltd; Ridgacre; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

McGeoch Technology Ltd. in Birmingham is seeking a Waterjet Operator to join their expanding manufacturing team.

You will set up and operate water jet and laser cutting machines, load and unload materials safely, and monitor performance to meet daily targets. The role requires reading engineering drawings when required, carrying out quality inspections with measuring equipment, and reporting defects promptly.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manufacturing machinery (water jet, laser, CNC or similar preferred).
• Read engineering drawings (desirable).
• Good attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
• Able to read measuring equipment (verniers, tape measures).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate water jet and laser cutting machines.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust as required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Carry out quality inspections using measuring equipment to ensure products meet specification.
• Identify defects or production issues and report them promptly.
• Complete production records and maintain accurate documentation.
• Carry out routine machine cleaning and basic maintenance checks.
• Ensure materials are correctly identified and handled.
• Work to production schedules and meet daily output targets.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reliable and punctual

Independent worker

Team player

Willingness to learn

Tools

Verniers

Tape measures

Job description

• Set up and operate water jet and laser cutting machines.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Monitor machine performance and make routine adjustments where required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Carry out quality inspections using measuring equipment to ensure products meet specification.
• Identify defects or production issues and report them promptly.
• Complete production records and maintain accurate documentation.
• Carry out routine machine cleaning and basic maintenance checks.
• Ensure materials are correctly identified and handled.
• Work to production schedules and meet daily output targets.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.
• Has experience operating manufacturing machinery (water jet, laser, CNC or similar preferred).
• Can read engineering drawings (desirable).
• Has good attention to detail and takes pride in producing high-quality work.
• Is comfortable using measuring equipment such as verniers and tape measures.
• Can work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
• Has good communication skills.
• Is reliable, punctual and has a positive attitude.
• Is willing to learn and develop new skills.
• Hours

McGeoch Technology Ltd. is a well-established and expanding manufacturing company based in Birmingham and due to their current projected growth, we are now looking to recruit for the position of Waterjet Operator.