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Bush Honer (Night shift)

Hayes
2 days ago
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I am seeking a Bush Honer (Night shift) to join my renowned aviation industry client based close to Heathrow Airport, West London.
This is a great employer who supports employees' training & personal development!
You will fit bushes and dimensionally check tolerances, fit and swage bearings and hone bushes.

Role: Bush Honer (Night shift)
Location: Hayes, Middlesex
Shift: Mon-Fri. Night shift. 10pm-6am (after initial training on day shift)
Salary: £28,900 to c. £31,500 basic, plus night shift allowance (after training) = c. £39K to £42K plus great benefits package

Main Bush Honer responsibilities:

Check component and bush log for accuracy.
Install bushes / bearings. Check bushes dimensionally, using workshop manuals and drawings.
Utilise imperial calibrated measuring equipment
Swage bushings with the suitable method (pressure, roller, stake, material displacing).
Wire lock bolts / bushes
Use of cryogenics / ovens
Carry out hardness checks of components.
Hone bushes to final size.
Ideal candidate profile:

Engineering apprenticeship
Ability to measure using imperial measuring equipment.
Ability to use computers
Aerospace background preferable but not essential
Well organised, punctual and works with accuracy
Candidates must already hold the right to live and work in the UK at the time of application. No sponsorships can be provided, now or in the future.
Additional information:

Free onsite parking
Competitive Salary Package
Discretionary Bonus Scheme
Discounted Flight Benefits
Reduced Gym Memberships. Retail and Hotel Discounts
Seasonal Company Events

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately.

Due to the number of applications we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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