CNC Laser Operator
| Company: | Masstemps Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £14 to £17 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | WS2 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 1 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 31 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Masstemps is currently recruiting for an experienced
CNC Laser Operator to join a well-established and busy manufacturing company based near the
Walsall area.
THE ROLE
. Set and operate TRUMPF CNC laser cutting machines to produce sheet metal components to drawing and job specifications.
. Load and unload sheet materials onto the laser bed safely and efficiently.
. Select and set the correct laser cutting programmes, tooling, materials and machine parameters.
. Make adjustments to cutting speeds, power, gas pressure and other settings to maintain accurate cutting.
. Read and interpret engineering drawings, dimensions and tolerances.
. Check first-off and finished components using basic measuring equipment such as verniers and micrometers.
. Monitor the machine during production and resolve basic operating or cutting issues.
. Carry out regular checks on nozzles, lenses and machine consumables, replacing them when required.
. Identify defects such as poor edge quality, excessive dross or incorrect dimensions and make appropriate adjustments.
. Complete production paperwork and record quantities, material usage and quality checks.
. Carry out routine cleaning and basic maintenance of the machine and surrounding work area.
. Work alongside the fabrication team to ensure components are produced correctly and on schedule.
ABOUT YOU
• Previous experience setting and operating TRUMPF CNC laser cutting machinery.
• Good understanding of laser cutting processes and sheet metal fabrication.
• Able to read and work from engineering drawings.
• Experience setting machine parameters and making adjustments during production.
• Understanding of different sheet materials including mild steel, stainless steel and aluminium.
• Able to use basic measuring equipment to check component dimensions.
• Experience identifying and correcting common laser cutting issues.
• Good understanding of health and safety within a manufacturing/fabrication environment.
• Previous experience working with CNC machinery or sheet metal machinery would be advantageous.
• Must be comfortable working independently and meeting production requirements.
HOURS OF WORK
Monday - Thursday 06:00AM - 14:30PM (Friday 11:30am finish)
OR
Mon - Wed 14:30pm - 00:00pm (Thursday 23:30pm finish)
RATE OF PAY
£14 - £17ph
If you wish to apply, please submit an up-to-date CV or call one of our branches:
Walsall – 01922 824 024
Wolverhampton – 01902 200 092