Finishing Operative

Nicholas Associates; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading casting and finishing company in Rotherham is seeking a skilled Finishing Operative. The role involves upgrading and finishing castings in ferrous alloys, operating various tools and machinery, and adhering to strict quality standards. Applicants should have experience in a metal finishing environment and be flexible with shift patterns, including night shifts. This position offers a competitive salary of £28,000 per annum and full training for the right candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience with Ferrous alloys preferred.
• Familiarity with NDT and CMM processes is an advantage.
• Ability to work to exacting quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Upgrade and finish castings in ferrous alloys.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks.
• Dress castings back to drawing tolerance.

Skills

Experience in a metal finishing or casting environment

Competence in using hand tools

Heavy machinery operation

Water jetting experience

Abrasive grit blasting

Forklift truck operation

Flexibility for rotating shifts

Tools

Water jetting units

Shot blasting cabinets

Cut-off saws

Measurement tools (vernier calipers, micrometres)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Finishing Operative

Location: Rotherham

Salary: £28,000 per annum

Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm, Friday 5am - 1pm / 1pm - 9pm (Candidates must be open to night shifts)

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Finishing Operative to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for upgrading castings in ferrous alloys, ensuring high-quality standards, and working within precise tolerances. You will operate various tools and machinery, including water jetting units, shot blasting cabinets, and cut-off saws, to achieve optimal results.

Key Responsibilities

• Upgrade and finish castings in ferrous alloys.
• Remove castings from Replicast casting boxes as needed.
• Operate high-pressure and low-pressure water jetting units for ceramic removal.
• Remove fine ceramic mould materials from castings.
• Load and unload abrasive grit blasting (shot blasting) cabinets.
• Remove metal running, feeding, and gating systems using hand tools such as grinders, burrs, and abrasive belts.
• Operate large cut-off saws.
• Prepare castings for welding based on NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) and CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) results.
• Dress castings back to drawing tolerance and profile.
• Perform weld mapping activities.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks.
• Use measurement tools such as vernier calipers, micrometres, and depth gauges to ensure precision.
• Work to tight tolerances and follow all required quality control procedures.

Key Requirements

• Experience in a metal finishing or casting environment, preferably with Ferrous alloys.
• Competence in using hand tools and operating heavy machinery.
• Familiarity with NDT and CMM processes is an advantage.
• Experience with water jetting, abrasive grit blasting, and saw cutting is beneficial.
• Forklift truck and overhead crane operation experience is preferred.
• Ability to work to exacting quality standards and tolerances.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, including night shifts.
• Full Training available for the right person.

Shift Pattern

Monday - Thursday: 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm
Friday: 5am - 1pm / 1pm - 9pm
(Candidates must be open to night shifts)

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\'re happy to discuss flexible working options.

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