Rumbling / Vibratory Machine Operator
Salary: £35,500 basic + 22.6% shift uplift (£43,523 total package)
Location: Near Uxbridge (commutable from Denham, Slough, High Wycombe, Watford, Hayes, Harrow, Rickmansworth)
Hours: Double Day Shift
* Week 1: 06:00 – 14:00
* Week 2: 14:00 – 22:00
Important – Please read before applying
Due to the nature of the work, this role requires:
* A consistent 5-year work history (with explanations for any gaps)
* Ability to pass BPSS clearance
Please note: employment cannot begin until clearance is completed, which can take up to 4 weeks.
About the Role
We’re supporting a leading aerospace manufacturer near Uxbridge who are looking to bring in a Rumbling / Vibratory Machine Operator to join their surface finishing team.
You’ll be working within a high-spec finishing plant, playing a key role in preparing and finishing safety-critical components used in aerospace systems.
This is a hands-on role where quality is everything — the work you do directly contributes to equipment designed to save lives.
What’s in it for you?
* £35,500 basic salary
* 22.6% shift uplift (£43,523 total package)
* Daily overtime paid at 1.5x rate
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)
* 9% non-contributory pension
* 4x salary life assurance
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* Cycle to work scheme & retail discounts
* Ongoing training and development
What you’ll be doing
* Operating barrel tumbling and vibratory finishing equipment
* Preparing metallic surfaces for further processing
* Masking components to protect critical features (bores, holes, slots)
* Carrying out inspection of finished components
* Packing parts for internal transport and storage
* Interpreting part numbers, drawings, process specs and finishing requirements
* Working to strict quality and safety standards
What we’re looking for
* Basic understanding of measuring equipment
* Experience within a precision finishing environment is required, ideally experience with rumbling / tumbling equipment.
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Awareness of health & safety and COSHH regulations
* Previous experience within manufacturing or engineering environments
* Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
Interested? Press apply and one of the team will be in touch