Anodising Technician

Tatling End

1 year ago

Applications closed

Anodising Technician

Location: Denham, UB9

Salary: £27,000 to £33,000 per year, including 22.5% shift uplift

Rotating Shift Pattern: 06:00am to 14:00pm & 13:45pm to 22:00pm

An exciting opportunity is available at a leading British engineering firm in the aerospace industry, dedicated to saving lives through innovative technology. We are seeking a Factory/Production Operative to join our team at the Denham site, working with advanced equipment to perform finishing and inspection processes that meet high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate barrel tumbling and vibratory finishing equipment

Prepare metallic surfaces for anodising and passivation

Mask components to ensure protection during processing

Operate manual and automated anodising finishing equipment

Inspect and pack parts for transport and storage

Interpret part numbers and engineering drawings

Requirements:

Basic knowledge of measuring equipment

Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Understanding of health and safety and COSHH regulations

Basic background in manufacturing or engineering

Benefits:

Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)

4x salary Life Assurance (18+)

Personalised training and development plan.

Healthcare Cash Plan.

25-days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave.

Workplace Nursery Benefit.

Cycle to work scheme.

Successful applicants will be subject to background security checks, including employment history and criminal record verification. For roles requiring security clearance, candidates must either hold or be willing to obtain the necessary clearance level.

Apply today to be part of a mission-driven team in aerospace or call Jason Ball on (phone number removed) to discuss

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