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Salary: £27,000 to £40,000 including 22.5% shift uplift + Benefits
Additional Benefit: £3,000 signing-on bonus (payable at £1,000 after 1 month of service; after successful completion of the probation period at 6 months; and after 12 months of service).
We are seeking an Anodising/Metal Finishing Operative to join our team at a leading aerospace manufacturer. In this role, you'll contribute to lifesaving technology by undertaking various metal finishing processes, primarily anodizing, and inspections.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Operate finishing equipment (manual and automated)
  • Prepare components for processing (masking, jigging, etc)
  • Conduct vibratory finishing, anodising, and passivation
  • Perform inspections of parts to meet quality standards
    Ideal Candidate:
  • Experience working with process chemicals, working in anodising/metal finishing environment.
  • Basic Manufacturing/engineering background
  • Ability to read engineering drawings
  • Knowledge of health and safety regulations; SAP experience is a plus
    Benefits Include:
  • 9% non-contributory pension
  • Life Assurance (4x salary)
  • Healthcare Cash Plan
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Cycle to work scheme
    We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Background security checks will be required for this role. Apply by December 27, 2024
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