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Laser Cutter Supervisor
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- Nottingham
- Permanent
- Full Time
- £33,150 - £33,150 Per Annum
Job Description
Laser Cutter Supervisor - Day Shift
Location: Nottingham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm
Pay: C£33,150
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting an experienced Laser Cutter Supervisor to lead a busy day?shift laser cutting department within a well?established engineering and manufacturing business in Nottingham.
This role is ideal for a hands?on supervisor who combines strong technical laser cutting knowledge with confident people leadership. You'll oversee daily operations, support and develop your team, and ensure production runs smoothly, safely and efficiently.
Supervise day?to?day operations within the laser cutting department
Lead, motivate and support laser operators and production staff
Ensure production targets are met safely, efficiently and on time
Allocate work and manage team workload
Set up and operate laser cutting machinery when required
Carry out first?off inspections and ensure products meet specifications
Monitor quality and resolve issues promptly
Minimise downtime through proactive problem?solving
Work closely with Programming, Planning, Quality and Operations
Train, coach and develop team members
Conduct return?to?work meetings, probation reviews and general people management
Maintain high housekeeping standards
Promote a strong health & safety culture
Report machinery issues and liaise with maintenance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Support recruitment and onboarding of new staff
Essential Skills & Experience
Previous experience supervising a laser cutting or manufacturing team
Strong background operating industrial laser cutting machinery
Solid understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
Excellent knowledge of sheet metal fabrication
Proven ability to manage workloads and prioritise effectively
Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
High attention to detail and a quality?focused mindset
Confident problem?solving skills
Computer literate
Desirable
Experience with Bystronic, Trumpf, Amada or similar machinery
Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing experience
Forklift licence
First Aid qualification
Who We're Looking For
Leads by example
Is proactive rather than reactive
Takes ownership and accountability
Builds strong relationships across departments
Supports and develops their team
Thrives in a fast?paced manufacturing environment
Is committed to delivering high?quality work and excellent customer service
Closing date: 20.08.26
To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to (url removed). By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future
Location: Nottingham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am - 2:00pm
Pay: C£33,150
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting an experienced Laser Cutter Supervisor to lead a busy day?shift laser cutting department within a well?established engineering and manufacturing business in Nottingham.
This role is ideal for a hands?on supervisor who combines strong technical laser cutting knowledge with confident people leadership. You'll oversee daily operations, support and develop your team, and ensure production runs smoothly, safely and efficiently.
Supervise day?to?day operations within the laser cutting department
Lead, motivate and support laser operators and production staff
Ensure production targets are met safely, efficiently and on time
Allocate work and manage team workload
Set up and operate laser cutting machinery when required
Carry out first?off inspections and ensure products meet specifications
Monitor quality and resolve issues promptly
Minimise downtime through proactive problem?solving
Work closely with Programming, Planning, Quality and Operations
Train, coach and develop team members
Conduct return?to?work meetings, probation reviews and general people management
Maintain high housekeeping standards
Promote a strong health & safety culture
Report machinery issues and liaise with maintenance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Support recruitment and onboarding of new staff
Essential Skills & Experience
Previous experience supervising a laser cutting or manufacturing team
Strong background operating industrial laser cutting machinery
Solid understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
Excellent knowledge of sheet metal fabrication
Proven ability to manage workloads and prioritise effectively
Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
High attention to detail and a quality?focused mindset
Confident problem?solving skills
Computer literate
Desirable
Experience with Bystronic, Trumpf, Amada or similar machinery
Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems
Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing experience
Forklift licence
First Aid qualification
Who We're Looking For
Leads by example
Is proactive rather than reactive
Takes ownership and accountability
Builds strong relationships across departments
Supports and develops their team
Thrives in a fast?paced manufacturing environment
Is committed to delivering high?quality work and excellent customer service
Closing date: 20.08.26
To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or email your CV to (url removed). By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.
Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future