Finishing Technician

Syntech Recruitment

Uxbridge, Greater London

9 months ago

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Finishing Technician

Salary: Up to £37,000 per annum
Location: Near Uxbridge, Middlesex
Hours: Double Days – Week 1: 06:00–14:00 / Week 2: 14:00–22:00
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Permanent

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised British engineering company near Uxbridge, operating at the forefront of aerospace technology.

As a Finishing Technician you’ll be part of the Finishing Department, preparing critical aerospace components using high-end vibratory machinery. If you’ve got hands-on experience with vibratory or tumbling machines – particularly Walther Trowal – and a keen eye for precision, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Finishing Technician Benefits:

Salary up to £37,000 per annum
£3000 signing bonus within first year
9% non-contributory pension scheme
4x salary life assurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
25 days holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy more)
Free on-site parking
Long-term progression within a global engineering environmentKey Responsibilities:

Operating Walther Trowal vibratory finishing machines and barrel tumblers
Finishing metallic components to exact aerospace standards
Masking areas such as bores, holes, and slots to protect from abrasives
Conducting in-process inspections and packing completed parts for internal delivery
Reading and following technical drawings, part numbers, and aerospace documentation (ADRs)What we’re looking for:

Proven experience using vibratory and/or tumbling finishing machinery (Walther Trowal experience desirable)
Previous background in a manufacturing or engineering environment
Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings
Familiarity with basic inspection tools and quality checks
Awareness of Health & Safety procedures and COSHH regulationsTo apply, simply click the apply button.

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