Laser Operator (Shifts) in Ilkeston

CNC Laser Cutting Operators Location: Ilkeston, Derbyshire Salary: £32,500 – £40,000 per annum (depending on shift and experience) Vacancies: 3 Positions Available The Opportunity WLD Recruitment is working with an established precision engineering company in Ilkeston that is looking to recruit 3 experienced CNC Laser Cutting Operators to join its expanding manufacturing team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking engineering business that has invested £2 million in new machinery and equipment this year. Our client places a strong emphasis on training and upskilling its engineers, providing opportunities to develop experience across different CNC laser cutting and punching machines. Available Positions & Shift Patterns Day Shift – 2 Positions * 4 days on, 4 days off. * 6:00am – 6:00pm. * £32,500 – £35,000 per annum, depending on experience. Night Shift – 1 Position * Monday to Thursday. * 6:00pm – 6:00am. * £35,000 – £40,000 per annum, depending on experience. * Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday off. The Role * Operating CNC laser cutting machinery, including Bystronic and BLM equipment. * Producing precision-cut components from stainless steel and aluminium. * Manufacturing components for the Aerospace and Automotive industries. * Working to engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications. * Monitoring cutting processes and maintaining production efficiency. * Carrying out quality checks and maintaining high standards of accuracy. * Developing additional skills through training on tube laser cutting and Trumpf CNC punching machinery. What We're Looking For * Previous CNC laser cutting experience is essential. * Experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. * Experience with Bystronic or BLM machinery would be advantageous. * Tube laser cutting or CNC punching experience would be beneficial but is not essential. * A valid forklift licence would be advantageous. * A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills. Why Consider This Opportunity? * Competitive salaries ranging from £32,500 to £40,000. * £2 million invested in new equipment this year. * Excellent opportunities for training and upskilling. * Exposure to Bystronic, BLM and Trumpf machinery. * Opportunities to develop experience in tube laser cutting and CNC punching. * Working with precision components for Aerospace and Automotive applications. * Join an engineering business that actively invests in its technology and workforce. Interested? If you're an experienced CNC Laser Cutting Operator looking for a company that invests in its people and offers genuine opportunities to develop your technical skills, we'd be keen to hear from you. Apply today or contact WLD Recruitment for a confidential discussion