CNC Laser Operator

Advertised by JRS Associates LTD

Location
Stanton Gate, Derbyshire
Salary
£32,000 - £32,500 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
13 November 2026
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Job description

JRS Associates have partnered with a rapidly expanding engineering and manufacturing business in Ilkeston to recruit an experienced CNC Laser Operator to join their growing production team.

Our client is experiencing significant growth and investing in a major expansion programme, creating an excellent opportunity for an experienced CNC Laser Operator looking for a permanent position with excellent working hours and long-term career prospects.

The Successful CNC Laser Operator – Package:

  • £32,500 per annum

  • Permanent day shifts

  • 4 days on, 4 days off

  • 6:00am – 6:00pm

  • 12-hour shifts

  • Permanent, full-time position

  • Based in Ilkeston, Derbyshire

  • Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding manufacturing business

  • Long-term career prospects within an established engineering environment

The Successful CNC Laser Operator – Requirements:

  • Previous experience operating CNC laser cutting machinery

  • Experience within a sheet metal, fabrication or engineering manufacturing environment

  • Confident loading, operating and monitoring laser cutting machinery

  • Able to read and interpret engineering drawings

  • Understanding of sheet metal materials, thicknesses and cutting requirements

  • Experience checking manufactured components against quality specifications

  • Experience with Trumpf, Bystronic, Amada or similar laser cutting machinery would be advantageous

  • Experience with nesting software or laser machine programming would be beneficial

  • Comfortable working a 4 on, 4 off day shift pattern

  • Reliable, hardworking and able to work independently

The Successful CNC Laser Operator – Duties:

  • Operating CNC laser cutting machinery to manufacture precision metal components

  • Loading materials and preparing machinery for production

  • Working from engineering drawings, cutting specifications and production instructions

  • Monitoring laser cutting operations to ensure accuracy and efficiency

  • Checking finished components for dimensional accuracy and quality

  • Identifying and reporting machinery faults or manufacturing defects

  • Carrying out routine machine checks and basic maintenance where required

  • Maintaining a safe, clean and organised working environment

  • Working alongside the wider production team to achieve manufacturing targets

Apply now! Shortlisted candidates will receive a call within 3 hours during working hours to discuss the role further.

Reference 225836492

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