A5 Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
Job Type: Permanent
Hourly Rate: £17.00ph/£18.50ph + Shift Bonus – £38,152pa/£41,519pa
Hours: 37hrs – 6am/2pm & 2pm/10pm (Rotation)
Location: Hyde, SK14
Are you an experienced laser cutting professional ready to step into a leadership role? We're looking for a hands-on Laser Department Team Leader to drive performance, quality, and team development within a busy manufacturing environment.
The Role
As Laser Team Leader, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the laser cutting department. You'll lead a team of operators, ensuring production targets are met safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a key role where you'll act as the link between shop floor operations and management, keeping production moving and standards high.
What You'll Be Doing
* Leading, motivating, and supporting a team of laser operators
* Allocating work and ensuring jobs are completed on time
* Monitoring machine utilisation and production performance
* Supporting operators with technical issues and problem-solving
* Ensuring first-off inspections and quality checks are completed
* Promoting a strong health & safety culture, including PPE and 5S standards
* Liaising with Planning, CAD, Quality, Maintenance, and Dispatch teams
* Driving continuous improvement, reducing waste and downtime
What We're Looking For
* You must have the legal right to work in the UK
* Proven experience in a laser cutting / fabrication environment
* Strong understanding of engineering drawings and production processes
* Previous team leader or supervisory experience
* Hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and organisational ability
* A strong focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement
Desirable:
* Experience with Trumpf/Bystronic or Amada laser machines
* Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles
What You'll Get
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Overtime opportunities
* Ongoing training and development
* Opportunity to lead and shape a growing team
* Supportive and professional working environment
No fees are charged to candidates at any stage of the recruitment process
Salary description
£38152.00 - £41519.00 per year