Hands-on Precision Finishing Operative

AWD online; Preston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Free onsite parking

Career development opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

AWD online is hiring a Production Operative / Manufacturing Operative in Preston for a full-time, permanent position in a growing precision engineering environment. You will finish high‑quality components and perform careful manual finishing with hand tools.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail and adherence to processes, with a Monday–Thursday 7:30am–4:15pm and Friday 7:30am–12:30pm schedule. Benefits include life assurance, free onsite parking and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience using hand tools in a practical or hands-on working environment.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to carry out precise, detailed work.
• A patient, methodical and quality-focused approach.
• Ability to follow instructions and established processes.
• Reliable team-working skills.
• Good awareness of workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manual Dressing and Finishing: Dress, deburr and finish precision-engineered components using hand tools
• Surface Preparation: Remove surface mismatches, imperfections, sharp edges and burrs to achieve the required finish
• Quality Inspection: Visually inspect completed work and report defects, damage or quality concerns
• Component Handling: Handle components carefully and work accurately to avoid damage
• Process Compliance: Follow work instructions, specifications and established processes
• Safe Tool Use: Use tools and equipment safely and correctly
• Workplace Standards: Maintain a clean, safe and organised working area and follow health and safety and quality procedures
• Team Working: Work effectively with colleagues across the production team

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Team working

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

AWD online is hiring a Production Operative / Manufacturing Operative in Preston for a full-time, permanent position in a growing precision engineering environment. You will finish high‑quality components and perform careful manual finishing with hand tools.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail and adherence to processes, with a Monday–Thursday 7:30am–4:15pm and Friday 7:30am–12:30pm schedule. Benefits include life assurance, free onsite parking and career development opportunities.