Finishing Operative

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Finishing Operative to join their team in Rotherham. The role requires experience in metal finishing, particularly with ferrous alloys, and the ability to operate various machinery and tools. Responsibilities include upgrading castings and ensuring quality standards while working on a rotating shift pattern that may include night shifts. Full training is available for the right candidate. Competitive salary offered at £28,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience in a metal finishing or casting environment, preferably with ferrous alloys.
• Competence in using hand tools and operating heavy machinery.
• Ability to work to exacting quality standards and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Upgrade and finish castings in ferrous alloys.
• Operate high-pressure and low-pressure water jetting units.
• Safely operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks.

Skills

Metal finishing experience

Competence in using hand tools

Operating heavy machinery

Flexibility for rotating shifts

Tools

Water jetting units

Abrasive grit blasting cabinets

Cut-off saws

Forklift trucks

Overhead cranes

Job description

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)

If you're a detail-oriented individual with experience in ferrous metal finishing and are ready to contribute to a high-quality production environment, we'd love to hear from you!

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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