Laser Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Post Title: Laser Operator
Dayshift/Backshift Rotation
Key responsibilities and accountabilities
- Apply knowledge of setting up and running a Laser cutting machine.
- Use job route cards and material nests to plan production through machine.
- Ability to fault find any issues encountered through to rectification.
- Carry out pre-start checks and maintenance on machine
- Ensure the quality of the cut meets the required specifications and tolerances by inspection of parts
- Use initiative and work without direct supervision however report immediately to line supervisor any equipment, material, project, environmental or health and safety issues that may arise.
- To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested commensurate with your skills, knowledge and ability in the interests of the Company.
KPI’s
- Meeting and satisfying Company quality requirements, standards, procedures, timescales and expectations.
- Meeting and satisfying Company HSE requirements, standards, procedures, timescales and expectations.
Health and Safety responsibilities
- Co-operate with Company in compliance with HSE legislation.
- Comply with Company HSE policy and procedures at all times
- Lead by example and promote Company HSE policy and procedures.
About you
- Experience with Trumpf Laser cutting machine preferred.
- Experience with heavy gauge material
- Reliable with good time keeping and attendance.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.10-£16.49 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Prestwick, South Ayrshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Laser: 1 year (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: 08022023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Laser Operator roles across Nichol McKay's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £16 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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