Job Title: Laser / Punching Operator Location: Ferryhill Salary: £15.25 per hour (including shift allowance) + Overtime Working Hours: 38.5 hours per week on a rotating two-shift pattern: Early Shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00am–2:30pm; Friday, 6:00am–12:30pm Late Shift: Monday–Thursday, 2:30pm–11:00pm; Friday, 12:30pm–7:00pm The successful candidate will complete their first-day induction on day shift before moving onto the two-shift rotation. Benefits Overtime paid at enhanced rates 23 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme* Death in Service (2x annual salary)* Employee Assistance Programme* 24/7 GP and wellbeing services* Discounted gym membership* Free on-site parking Kitchen facilities Safe working environment Permanent staff benefits apply once transitioned from temporary to permanent employment. The Company Theo James Recruitment is proud to be supporting this company in the search for a Laser / Punching Operator. This Company is a leading manufacturing business based in Ferryhill, producing high-quality fabricated and manufactured components. This opportunity would suit an experienced laser operator who is confident running machinery independently and working accurately from engineering drawings. Job Description This Laser / Punching Operator position involves operating and setting laser cutting machinery within the production environment. You will work independently through a variety of jobs while ensuring components are produced accurately and inspected to the required quality standards. Operate Trumpf or Bystronic fibre and CO2 laser machinery. Set machine tools for individual production jobs. Work independently through varying production requirements. Read and interpret engineering drawings. Work with both first and third angle projection drawings. Carry out in-process inspections at the required frequency. Ensure manufactured components meet the required quality standards. Monitor machine operation throughout the production process. Follow all relevant production and health and safety procedures. Work effectively as part of the wider production team. Operate Trumpf punching machinery where experience allows. Skills & Experience Previous experience operating Trumpf or Bystronic laser machinery. Experience with fibre and/or CO2 laser cutting equipment. Ability to independently operate and set machinery. Strong understanding of engineering drawings. Ability to interpret both first and third angle projection is essential. Ability to carry out accurate in-process inspections. Ability to work effectively without close supervision. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Previous experience operating Trumpf punch machinery would be advantageous but is not essential. Candidates without punching experience may have the opportunity to receive future training depending on performance. Why Should You Apply? If you're an experienced Laser Operator looking for a long-term opportunity within an established engineering manufacturer, this position offers the chance to utilise your existing laser cutting skills while potentially developing additional experience on punching machinery