Block and Build Furnace

Manpower UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK is recruiting for a Block and Build General Operator at Ansty, Coventry. You will assemble, prepare, test, inspect, and machine heat exchanger cores for high-performance applications, working within a skilled production team to meet strict quality and safety standards.

The role covers setup, brazing, furnace operation, and prototype development, with a clear path to training pay (£23.25/hr) after training (£22.48/hr). 37.5 hours weekly on-site, 12-month contract.

Qualifications

• Experience reading engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and SOPs.
• Experience carrying out component inspections and recording results accurately.
• Proactive approach to Health & Safety and quality standards.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to learn new processes and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate Controlled Atmosphere Brazing Furnace.
• Operate Vacuum Furnace.
• Carry out Iconnell Tube Manipulation.
• Set up Kintex Machine.
• Machining of heat exchanger cores.
• General Assembly of heat exchanger cores.
• Operate Grit Blaster.
• Waxing of heat exchangers prior to machining.
• Set up tube manipulation bench.
• Read and interpret Engineering Drawings.
• Carry out Frazing operations.
• Train others on procedures.
• Adhere to Health & Safety procedures.
• Read measuring equipment to verify tolerance.
• Carry out process inspection.

Skills

Reading drawings

Measuring equipment

Quality focus

SOP adherence

Health & safety

Teamwork

Flexible learner

Communication

Tools

Verniers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Block and Build General Operator

Location: Ansty, Coventry

Pay Rate: £22.48 training, £23.25 once trained

Duration 12 Months

Hours per week: 37.5 hours

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Block and Build General Operator to join a leading engineering and manufacturing environment in Ansty, Coventry. This role is responsible for the assembly, preparation, testing, inspection, and machining of heat exchanger cores used in high-performance engineering applications.

The successful candidate will work within a skilled production team, ensuring products meet strict quality, safety, and engineering standards while supporting both production and prototype development activities.

Main Duties/Responsibilities

• Operate Controlled Atmosphere Brazing Furnace
• Operate Vacuum Furnace
• Carry out Iconnell Tube Manipulation
• Set up Kintex Machine
• Machining of heat exchanger cores
• General Assembly of heat exchanger cores
• Operate Grit Blaster
• Waxing of heat exchangers prior to machining
• Set up tube manipulation bench
• Ability to inspect components to current drawings
• Development of prototype Assemblies
• Air under water tasting of heat exchangers
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings
• Carry out Frazing operations
• Ability to train others
• Adherence to company wide Health & Safety procedures
• Ability to read measuring equipment
• Carry out process inspection

Key Requirements

Essential

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, engineering, or assembly environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience using measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Experience carrying out component inspections and recording results accurately.
• A proactive approach to Health & Safety and quality standards.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to learn new processes and equipment.

Desirable

• Experience within aerospace, automotive, defence, or precision engineering industries.
• Previous brazing, furnace operation, machining, or heat exchanger assembly experience.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience training or mentoring colleagues.
• Understanding of prototype or low-volume manufacturing environments.

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