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Metal Dresser (Coalville - LE67 1TT)
Stability, growth and opportunity at Preci Spark.
Preci-Spark is looking to recruit a Metal Dresser to join our existing team of engineers in our Coalville facility. The role will primarily involve polishing and de-burring the metal.
What we offer for the position of Metal Dresser:

  • £13.00 to £15.00 per hour (depending on experience and skill level).
  • Monthly productivity bonus.
  • Training provided.
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
  • Rotating Shifts (37 hours): Mon to Weds 6.00am to 2.00pm – 2.00pm to 10.00pm, Thurs 6.00am to 1.00pm – 1.00pm to 8.00pm, Fri 6.00am to 12.00pm – 12.00pm to 06.00pm
  • Overtime availability.
  • Benefits Hub Package (including Private GP access, a range of discounted products and services, including shopping vouchers, gift cards and gym memberships. For the full list please visit our website).
    Requirements for the position of the Metal Dresser:
  • Experience as a Metal Dresser or similar.
  • Good experience of air tools (die grinder, orbital sander, abrasive belt machine), and reading drawings.
  • Experience of working in the Aerospace industry would be an advantage but not essential.
  • Health, Safety and Environment compliance.
  • Upon a successful interview, Preci Spark’s application process requests that a basic criminal record may be carried out.
    Role of Metal Dresser includes:
  • Following engineering drawings, instructions.
  • Shaping the metal using a variety of other tools, including Fly press 100 ton press, roller machines and hammers.
  • Finishing the product using tools like die grinders and polishers to smooth the surface of assemblies and sub components, or preparing the parts for a welder to assemble.
  • Inspecting and testing components produced to make sure they meet quality requirements carrying out basic maintenance on tools and equipment and reporting faults.
  • Completing records of production.
    Preci-Spark is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds
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