Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a leading manufacturing business that supplies high-specification parts and components to the aerospace industry. We are currently recruiting for a Water Jet Cutting Production Operative to join their growing CAD design and cutting facility.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with waterjet, laser, or plasma cutting experience who is physically fit and looking for a long-term, permanent opportunity with training and progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Uploading cutting files into the water jet control system
• Setting up machinery, including loading raw materials (heavy manual handling required)
• Operating CNC water jet, laser, or plasma cutting equipment
• Digging out beds and maintaining drainage systems – this is a hands-on, industrial role
• Assisting with basic CAD design tasks or interpreting CAD drawings
• Working closely with the engineering and production teams to meet quality and deadline requirements

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience in water jet, laser, or plasma cutting is essential
• Mechanically minded with the ability to handle tools and equipment safely
• Basic understanding of CAD design or willingness to be trained
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling and industrial work environments
• Committed to securing a long-term, permanent position through temporary assignment
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or machine operation is advantageous
• FLT license (desirable but not essential)

Working Hours:

Bi-Weekly Rotating Shift Pattern:

• Week 1: 6:00am – 2:30pm (Mon-Thurs), 6:00am – 10:00am (Fri)
• Week 2: 9:30am – 6:00pm (Mon-Thurs), 10:00am – 2:00pm (Fri)

Pay & Benefits:

• £13.18 - £13.70 per hour depending on experience
• Overtime paid at premium rates:
• Monday to Saturday: 1.5x pay
• Sundays & Bank Holidays: 2x pay
• Temp-to-perm contract with long-term career potential
• On-the-job training and progression opportunities
• Free on-site parking and company benefits upon permanent employment

Keywords:

Water Jet Cutting, Laser Cutting, Plasma Cutting, CNC Machine Operator, CAD Design, 2D CAD, Engineering Operative, Production Operative, Mechanical Operator, Manufacturing Jobs, Aerospace Manufacturing, Heavy Lifting, Maintenance, FLT Driver, Industrial Operative, Engineering Jobs

If you are experienced in machine operation or cutting technology and are looking for your next step in a growing and forward-thinking company, apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.