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Laser Operator

Tranquil Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Ferryhill, Durham DL17 0SQ, England

Salary

£13.73 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a skilled Laser Operator to join our team, responsible for operating laser cutting machines for fabricating and welding sheet metal components.
  • This role requires a minimum of 1 year of experience operating laser cutting machines and strong mechanical knowledge.
  • Candidates should possess basic math skills, the ability to use hand tools, and familiarity with sheet metal fabrication techniques.
  • The position offers a pay rate starting at £13.73 per hour and involves working on a 2-shift rotation.
  • The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, capable of working independently, and able to interpret engineering drawings.

We are seeking a skilled Laser Operator to join our team. As a Laser Operator, you will be responsible for operating laser cutting machines to fabricate and weld sheet metal components. This is a hands-on role that requires mechanical knowledge, basic math skills, and the ability to use hand tools and tooling.

Working on a 2-shift rotation, you should be capable of running Bystronic fibre lasers and CO2 lasers. Experience running Trumpf punches is desired, with potential future training provided depending on performance. Experience of working to and understanding engineering drawings is essential in both first and third angle projection. The ability to work unsupervised is required as although in a team of approx. 6 people as the individual will be required to work through various jobs without assistance and setting machine tools. In process inspections are to be carried out at the correct frequency and to the correct standard.

Requirements:- Previous experience operating laser cutting machines is essential- Proficient in using hand tools and tooling- Strong mechanical knowledge and aptitude- Basic math skills for measurements and calculations- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings- Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication techniques- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £13.73 per hour

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Laser Operator: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.