CNC Laser Operator

Job description

About

Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced

CNC Laser Operator to join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the

Walsall area.

THE ROLE

. Set and operate TRUMPF CNC laser cutting machines to produce sheet metal components to drawing and job specifications.

. Load and unload sheet materials onto the laser bed safely and efficiently.

. Select and set the correct laser cutting programmes, tooling, materials and machine parameters.

. Make adjustments to cutting speeds, power, gas pressure and other settings to maintain accurate cutting.

. Read and interpret engineering drawings, dimensions and tolerances.

. Check first-off and finished components using basic measuring equipment such as verniers and micrometers.

. Monitor the machine during production and resolve basic operating or cutting issues.

. Carry out regular checks on nozzles, lenses and machine consumables, replacing them when required.

. Identify defects such as poor edge quality, excessive dross or incorrect dimensions and make appropriate adjustments.

. Complete production paperwork and record quantities, material usage and quality checks.

. Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance of the machine and surrounding work area.

. Work alongside the fabrication team to ensure components are produced correctly and on schedule.

 

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience setting and operating TRUMPF CNC laser cutting machinery.

• Good understanding of laser cutting processes and sheet metal fabrication.

• Able to read and work from engineering drawings.

• Experience setting machine parameters and making adjustments during production.

• Understanding of different sheet materials including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.

• Able to use basic measuring equipment to check component dimensions.

• Experience identifying and correcting common laser cutting issues.

• Good understanding of health and safety within a manufacturing/fabrication environment.

• Previous experience working with CNC machinery or sheet metal machinery would be advantageous.

• Must be comfortable working independently and meeting production requirements.

 

HOURS OF WORK

Monday - Thursday 06:00AM - 14:30PM (Friday 11:30am finish)

OR

Mon - Wed 14:30pm - 00:00pm (Thursday 23:30pm finish)

 

RATE OF PAY

£14 - £17ph

 

If you wish to apply, please submit an up-to-date CV or call one of our branches:

Walsall – 01922 824 024

Wolverhampton – 01902 200 092