Factory Operative

The Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Group; Rochester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day working week

Long weekends

Job summary

The Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Group is recruiting a Factory Operative to join a busy foundry team in Medway. You will support aluminium casting operations, including melt preparation, mould handling, and manual pouring of molten metal in an industrial setting.

Working Monday–Thursday 06:00–16:30 (40 hours per week) with a four-day week and long weekends. Competitive hourly rate of £12.86, permanent full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in factory, manufacturing, foundry or production environments preferred.
• Ability to follow production instructions and safety procedures.
• Comfortable with physical/manual work in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the casting process from preparation through to removal and handling of finished castings.
• Prepare melts prior to casting and clean/wash moulds before casting.
• Manually pouring molten aluminium and moving moulds after casting.
• Carry out knock-out duties and ensure safe handling of materials; maintain records in internal systems.

Skills

Hands-on

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Job description

Factory Operative – Foundry – Medway

£12.86ph

Full-Time | Permanent | 40 Hours Per Week

Monday – Thursday | 06:00 – 16:30

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Factory Operative to join a busy and established foundry team based in Medway.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous factory, manufacturing, foundry or production experience who enjoys practical, hands-on work and is comfortable working within an industrial environment.

The role will involve supporting the production of aluminium castings, including melt preparation, manual pouring of molten aluminium, mould preparation, washout and knock-out processes.

The Role

Working as part of the Foundry team, you'll be responsible for supporting the casting process from initial preparation through to the removal and handling of completed castings.

Responsibilities will include:

• Preparing melts prior to the casting process
• Cleaning and washing out moulds before casting
• Presenting and preparing moulds ready for casting
• Supporting the casting process
• Manually pouring molten aluminium into ceramic moulds
• Moving moulds following the casting process
• Carrying out knock-out duties, removing ceramic shell from castings manually
• Carrying out manual handling duties throughout the department
• Moving materials and castings safely around the production area
• Recording work accurately using internal systems
• Completing job cards and logging completed work
• Maintaining and cleaning plant and equipment when required
• Keeping the department clean, tidy and organised
• Following 5S housekeeping procedures
• Supporting wider foundry and production activities as required

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within a factory, manufacturing, foundry or production environment would be advantageous
• Experience working within a hands-on industrial environment
• Comfortable carrying out physical and manual work
• Able to follow clear production instructions and safe working procedures
• Good attention to detail
• Reliable and hardworking approachComfortable working with machinery, equipment and production materials
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Good awareness of health and safety
• Comfortable working around hot materials and industrial processes
• Able to complete basic production records and job documentation
• Willing to learn different stages of the casting process
• Previous experience within metalwork, casting, engineering or heavy manufacturing would be highly advantageous

Health & Safety

Due to the nature of the foundry environment, health and safety will be a key part of the role.

You will be expected to:

• Wear the correct PPE at all times
• Follow COSHH procedures relating to chemicals used within the department
• Understand relevant Material Safety Data Sheets
• Follow Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work
• Maintain a safe and organised working environment
• Ensure plant and equipment is kept clean and maintained appropriately

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday | 06:00 – 16:30

40 hours per week

This role offers a four-day working week, giving you a three-day weekend every week.

What's On Offer

• Full-time, permanent position
• Competitive salary
• Four-day working week
• Monday to Thursday working pattern
• Long weekends every week
• Established manufacturing environment
• Hands-on production role
• Opportunity to gain experience within aluminium casting and foundry operations
• Varied duties across different stages of the production process
• Supportive production team environment

Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted.