Laser Operator

AJ Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ Personnel in Johannesburg is seeking a Laser Operator for a manufacturing facility. You will prepare materials, set up and operate laser cutting machines, and load machine programs according to specifications to support production targets.

The role requires reading technical drawings, monitoring machine performance, and conducting quality inspections to ensure parts are burr-free and dimensionally correct.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent.
• 1–2 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of laser machine operations and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and measurements accurately.
• Good understanding of quality standards and production procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and verify the correct material for production requirements
• Set up and operate laser cutting machines according to specifications
• Load and manage machine programs accurately
• Interpret technical drawings and job cards to ensure precise cutting of components
• Monitor machine performance to ensure efficient, accurate, and error-free operation
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure parts are burr‑free, dimensionally correct, and meet quality standards
• Ensure correct quantities are produced and recorded
• Pack completed components in accordance with the One Job One Pallet procedure
• Complete production and quality control documentation accurately
• Ensure materials are loaded and handled correctly to avoid damage or production delays
• Maintain production targets and minimise material wastage
• Report machine faults, defects, or production concerns to the relevant Supervisor

Skills

Laser operation

Technical drawing interpretation

Quality awareness

Documentation

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Tools

Laser cutting machine

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification
• Minimum 1-2 years experience in a similar role in a manufacturing environment
• Basic knowledge of laser machine operations and manufacturing processes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and measurements accurately
• Good understanding of quality standards and production procedures

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and verify the correct material for production requirements
• Set up and operate laser cutting machines according to specifications
• Load and manage machine programs accurately
• Interpret technical drawings and job cards to ensure precise cutting of components
• Monitor machine performance to ensure efficient, accurate, and error-free operation
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure parts are burr‑free, dimensionally correct, and meet quality standards
• Ensure correct quantities are produced and recorded
• Pack completed components in accordance with the âOne Job â One Palletâ procedure
• Complete production and quality control documentation accurately
• Ensure materials are loaded and handled correctly to avoid damage or production delays
• Maintain production targets and minimise material wastage
• Report machine faults, defects, or production concerns to the relevant Supervisor