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Production Operative - Fettling

PDR Solutions
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Sittingbourne, Kent ME10 4HS

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, a leading aerospace engineering firm in Sittingbourne, is seeking Production Operatives for their Fettling department.
  • The main responsibilities include using belt sanders and grinders to finish products, operating air and hand tools, and inspecting castings for quality.
  • Candidates must have previous experience in a manufacturing environment and strong mechanical knowledge.
  • The position offers a salary of £28,000 per year and requires at least one year of relevant experience.
  • Benefits include free on-site parking, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and a pension plan.

Our client, a leading aerospace engineering firm based in Sittingbourne, are looking to recruit Production Operatives in their Fettling department to assist in the manufacturing, finishing and testing of their products.

As a Fettling Production Operative main duties will include:

  • Using belt sanders and grinders to flatten surfaces, smooth rough edges and remove other imperfections remaining from the casting process.
  • Safe operation of air and hand tools to dress welds and prepare parts for inspection.
  • Read and understand production techniques to ensure castings conform to the correct dimensional standards.
  • Inspecting castings for obvious defects to ensure they meet quality standards and raise any issues to supervisors.
  • Ensure timely completion of jobs by coordinating with the supervisors and foundry manager.
  • Manual Handling

The ideal Fettling operative will have:

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is essential
  • Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to operate hand tools.
  • Hardworking
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety Conscious

Hours are Mon-Thu 7:30 -16:00 Fri 07:30-13:30

Benefits include free on-site parking, 25 days holiday plus Bank holidays and pension.

Please send your CV to apply or call Phil in the office to discuss in more detail.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.