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Bicester
7 months ago
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Location: Bicester

Hours of Work: 40 hrs pw (08:00 - 16:30 Mon to Fri)

Contract: Temp to Perm

Our client is a growing technology-based company, which develops, manufactures and applies nanostructured tungsten carbide coatings to a wide range of engineering components.

The Group's patented CVD technology is unique in combining abrasion, erosion and corrosion resistant properties in one coating. When applied to metal components used in aggressive environments, the technology provides dramatic improvements in component life resulting in cost savings through reduced downtime and increased operational efficiency. Customers include leading companies operating in oil and gas exploration and production, valve and pump manufacturing, nuclear, advanced engineering and aerospace industries.

Purpose of the Job

A manual hands-on role, working with and inspecting customer components to;

prepare for the coating process
finishing of the applied coating
Inspection of finished components (including use of hand measuring tools)Use of both manual and automated processes.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare for the coating process, through automated cleaning and chemical process'
Manual masking and fixturing of components in preparation for coating process
'Finishing' of customer parts by hand, hand tools and some automated machinery.
Inspection both visual and size.
Adhere to manufacturing processes and procedures.
Recommend improvements in plant, equipment and techniques to support the safe handling and completion of customer components.
Encourage a continuous improvement philosophy throughout the factory.
To be responsible and work in a safe manner.
Support and work to 5s systems as applicable
Demonstrate a high level of Health and Safety standards within the role and across the business, ensuring a safe working environment for all and in accordance with the companies Health and Safety Policy / Handbook.Please be advised that these main duties and responsibilities do not solely define your main day to day activities, as you may be asked to carry out tasks which sit outside of your usual main duties and responsibilities

Knowledge and Skills

The ideal candidate will be;

Technically minded with knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes.
Have a good attention to detail
Familiarity working with/around machinery
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience working with\around chemicals
Understands and can comply with the health, safety and environmental requirements
Good team working and communication skills

Training to be provided

Successful candidate will be given full peer to peer training on the processes and procedures, experience and knowledge will support / help with progression through development and competence achievement.

Ideal Profile

The successful individual in this role must be hands-on and have a great attention to detail with a delicate touch!

Will have the ability to work alone as well as in a team and possess good communication skills.

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