FInishing Shop Operator

Aldershot
1 week ago
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Owen Daniels is excited to be working with a growing precision engineering company in Aldershot. As a business, they primarily supply to the Aerospace and Automotive sectors. They are looking a Finishing Shop Operator to join the team. This role will be responsible for performing deburring processes including setting up and operating machinery that grinds, smooths and buffs aerospace parts, ensuring they are conforming to drawing and specification.
 
Finishing Shop Operator
 
Full-time, Permanent
Monday – Thursday 06:30 – 15:15 and Friday 06:00 – 13:00
Competitive Hourly Rate
Aldershot
 
Finishing Shop Operator
Job Description

Deburr and hand finish parts as required by using established procedures, machines and tooling training will be provided to cover all areas including fettling, polishing, part marking, etc.
Visual inspection of parts to ensure each meets the requirements of the order.
Be able to work at a high level of quality control to avoid inspection returns.
Work in accordance to the quality system and processes of the company.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Adhere to the company’s health and safety requirements and complete training as required. 
Finishing Shop Operator
Skills and Qualifications/experience:

Relevant experience gained in a similar industry
Experience of working in a fast-paced environment (ideally production-based) that can be noisy
A desire to learn a new skill and develop within a successful company
Strong verbal and written communication
Experience of working within a small team 
Finishing Shop Operator
Benefits

Holiday: 26.5 days annual holiday (including bank and public holidays)
Pension & Life Assurance x3 Basic annual salary
Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
Cycle scheme 
If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply

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