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Laser operative

Stockton-on-Tees
Randstad
£18.89 - £37.96 an hour
Posted: 9h ago
Offer description

Are you looking to grow your skills working for a recognised global brand, in a challenging and quality driven manufacturing environment?

We currently have opportunities for Laser Operatives to work at our client's factory in Stockton-On-Tees, on an on-going temporary basis.

Job title: Laser Operator

Job type: Fixed term contract

Location: Stockton (TS18 3SD)

Pay Rate and Working Hours:

Days £18.98 per hour
Backs £22.78 per hour
Night £24.10 per hour
OT 1.5 £28.47
OT 2.0 £37.96Three shift pattern, but you must be flexible to work any shift. Some shifts may rotate so flexibility is required.

DAYS: 06:45am - 15:00pm (Mon - Thur) 6.45am- 12.45pm (Fri)
BACKS: 14:45pm - 23:00pm(Mon - Thur) 10.45am - 16.45pm(Fri)
NIGHTS: 22:45pm- 07:00am (Mon - Thur) 16.30pm - 22.30pm (Fri)

Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Setting and operating CNC Laser Cutting Machines
Safely using overhead cranes to load and unload plate steel from machines
Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as cutting speed, focal position, gas pressure etc…
Select and set up lenses and Nozzles based on material type and thickness, load programs and set machine parameters to ensure optimal performance of the equipment
Inspection, maintenance and setting of cutting head components in order to achieve the best quality components
Understand and interpret engineering drawings to verify conformance of machined part dimensions.
Using gauges and measuring equipment to verify dimensions of parts produced.
Safely using hand tools to remove burrs and finish machined components
Maintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Conferring with engineers, production personnel, programmers or others to resolve machining problems.
Maintaining continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
Maintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
Keep work area clean and organised
Contribute to the improvement of the work area by submitting ideas using a CI processSkills, experience & qualifications required;

Good communication Skills
Familiarity with hand tools and engineering equipment
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, engineering drawings, manuals
Knowledge of 5S and lean principles
Ability to work with mathematical problems and deal with a variety of variables
Experience of working with CNC laser cutting toolsSkills, experience & qualifications you may have:

Time Served in a relevant Engineering Discipline
Relevant experience in similar role
Experience of operating Trumpf and Bystronic Laser cutting machines
Some experience of automation systems would be advantageousClick apply today to gain a foot in the door and further your career within an industry world leader.

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age

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