Loughborough
£14.00 – £17.25 per hour DOE
Afternoon Shift – Monday to Friday, 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Permanent Position
Engineering @ 365 is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a specialist manufacturing business based in Loughborough. Due to continued growth and increased production demand, they are looking to add an experienced Laser Machinist (Setter / Operator) to their afternoon shift team.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Laser Machinist with experience in setting and operating CNC laser cutting machines within a manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate will be confident in machine set-up, loading programs, adjusting parameters, and ensuring machines run efficiently to produce high-quality precision components. You will work from engineering drawings to manufacture parts to tight tolerances while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.
Key Responsibilities
* Set up and operate CNC laser cutting machines safely and efficiently
* Load, run, and monitor CNC laser programs
* Carry out machine set-up and material loading/unloading
* Adjust machine parameters to ensure optimal cutting performance
* Read and interpret engineering drawings and job specifications
* Carry out quality checks on finished components
* Identify and resolve minor machine or cutting issues
* Work closely with production and engineering teams to meet targets
* Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
Requirements
* Previous experience as a Laser Machinist / CNC Laser Setter or Operator
* Ability to set and run CNC laser cutting machinery confidently
* Strong understanding of engineering drawings and measurements
* Experience working with sheet metal or similar materials advantageous
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Reliable, proactive, and safety-conscious approach
What’s on Offer?
* Stable Monday to Friday afternoon shift
* Competitive pay rate of £14.00 – £17.25 per hour DOE
* Supportive and well-structured production environment
* Opportunity to develop technical skills and progress
* Long-term career opportunity within a respected business
Apply Now
To apply for this Laser Machinist position, please submit your CV via this advert or contact Engineering @ 365 directly for more information.
Engineering @ 365 is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experience levels
Salary description
£14.00 - £17.25 per hour