Laser Setter Operator - Nights

Job Title: Laser Setter Operator
Location: Leicester
Pay Rate: £17.00 - £19.00 per hour incl shift allowance
Shift: 10pm to 6am Mon to Thu*

*Training will be undertaken on a day shift, 8am to 5pm Mon to Thu / 8am to 1pm on a Fri.

Benefits

Competitive salary (depending on experience)
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Stable, long-established company with a strong reputation
Opportunities for progression within the businessAbout the Company

A well-established UK-based engineering company in the Leicestershire/Midlands region, specialising in metal presswork, CNC machining and turning, laser cutting, toolmaking, and fabrication with robotic welding, and delivering a complete end-to-end manufacturing solution from design through to finished components.

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Laser Setter Operator to join its night shift team. Working with Amada machinery, the successful candidate will be responsible for setting and operating equipment to produce high-quality sheet metal components in line with engineering drawings and customer specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Set, program, and operate Amada laser machines to manufacture precision components
Interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and technical specifications
Select appropriate tooling and ensure correct machine setup for each job
Carry out first-off inspections and ensure ongoing quality throughout production runs
Maintain tight tolerances and high-quality standards across all work
Work efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines during night shift operations
Identify and resolve any production or quality issues promptly
Perform routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on machinery
Work collaboratively with the wider production and quality teams
Ensure adherence to health & safety procedures at all timesAbout You

Proven experience as a Laser Setter/Operator, ideally using Amada machines
Strong understanding of sheet metal fabrication processes
Ability to read and interpret detailed engineering drawings
Experience selecting tooling and setting machines for a variety of materials and thicknesses
Knowledge of quality standards and inspection processes
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work independently and efficiently on a night shiftApply

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed