Laser Operator

**VACANCY: Laser Operator**

**LOCATION**:Rotherham, S60 (Close to Meadowhall, Sheffield)**

**ABOUT US**:
MTL Advanced is a Yorkshire-based steel engineering and manufacturing company operating from a 300,000 sq. ft. facility in Rotherham.

We have invested in an extensive range of technology and equipment and provide services to a range of OEM’s from leading industries including defence, security, construction, quarrying, recycling and rail.

Our inhouse capabilities include, large format Laser Cutting and Press Braking, CNC Precision Machining, Fabrication & Welding, Shot Blasting, Painting and final Assembly.

You will be joining our highly skilled Laser Cutting team to ensure work is produced to the highest quality standard and to customer requirements. The role involves operating Laser Cutting machines to fabricate precision components, ensuring high-quality standards are met throughout the production process. As the Laser Operator, you will have experience in fabrication and welding, along with basic mathematical skills to ensure precision in measurements and cuts.

**ABOUT THE ROLE**:

- Operate hoist / crane to load sheet steel onto laser bed

Setting the machine up for cutting
- Unloading parts and unused sheet steel and storing
- Ensure Laser Machines are supplied with the correct materials
- Ensure material is checked for size, thickness and grade prior to cutting
- Cut and shape the correct materials according to engineer drawings
- Inspect finished components; Marking up of cut parts, cleaning and fettling products
- Ensure parts and sheets are handled and labelled correctly
- Ensure the parts are routed correctly to the next department / team

**ABOUT YOU**:

- Knowledge working within a machining operative / machine minding capacity or general laser production
- Basic math skills for measurements and calculations
- Slinging and lifting crane experience
- A flexible approach to be able to adapt to changing and challenging requirements
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
- Ability to remain focused on Quality and consistently reiterate its importance to others
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to generate innovative concepts and ideas

**WHAT WE OFFER**:

- A culture of shared values, goals, attitudes and business growth
- Competitive salary
- 33 days holiday (including statutory Public Holidays)
- Secure onsite free parking
- Life Assurance plan (Death in Service)
- Monthly Prize Draw
- Company pension plan
- Productivity Bonus
- Reduced gym membership
- Healthcare Scheme
- Colleague Referral Programme: we pay you for successfully referring people to join our team
- Companywide initiatives to share in our future success
- A blend of training to support your career development

**WORKING HOURS**:

- 37.5 hours per week
- Monday - Friday rotating shifts
- 0600-1400
- 1400-2200
- 2200-0600

We know that our people are the most important asset to MTL Advanced, and we are looking for skilled, passionate and driven professionals to work with our inspirational leaders, promote our culture and enable change. With expertise across the manufacturing industry and a leading UK facility, innovation and investment make MTL a great choice for your career.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Application question(s):

- Please detail your salary expectations
- Have you been referred to this role by a current MTL Advanced employee?

Please detail....
- Are you able to commit to the 3 rotating shift pattern as detailed in the advert?

Monday - Friday
- 0600-1400
- 1400-2200
- 2200-0600

Work Location: In person