Manufacturing Operative- Finishing Department

Gap Personnel; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer based in Exeter seeks a Manufacturing Operative for its Finishing Department. This full-time night shift role involves polishing and inspecting precision components, ensuring quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a hands-on approach, and a passion for craftsmanship. Join a supportive team and contribute to an industry where your precision makes a difference.

Benefits

Training and development in specialist techniques

Supportive team-oriented environment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong eye for detail and pride in precision work.
• Experience with surface finishing or polishing tools is a plus.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and meet exact standards.

Responsibilities

• Polish, deburr, and clean precision components.
• Inspect final products for quality assurance.
• Check against customer specs for flawless delivery.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace.
• Work collaboratively in a team.
• Prepare components for final dispatch.

Skills

Attention to detail

Experience with polishing tools

Ability to follow technical instructions

Proactive, hands-on approach

Team player

Interest in safety

Job description

Precision-Made Careers Start Here – Forge Ahead with Howmet!

Job Title:Manufacturing Operative – Finishing Department
Location:Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, EX2
Employment Type:Full-Time | Night Shift, Permanent
Shift Pattern:22:00pm – 06:00am Monday to Friday
Pay Rate:£16.19 per hour

Are You Detail-Driven with a Passion for Quality?

JoinHowmet Aerospace, a global leader in precision-engineered solutions, where your craftsmanship helps power the future. We’re looking for aManufacturing Operatorto join our Finishing Department – the final and critical stage before our products go to customers worldwide.

This is your chance to work hands-on with high-performance components, ensure flawless finishing, and be part of a tight-knit team that takes pride in every product.

What You’ll Do:

• Polish, deburr, and cleanprecision components using hand tools and machines
• Inspect final productswith a keen eye to ensure they meet exacting quality standards
• Check against customer specsand internal criteria for flawless delivery
• Maintain a clean, safe workspacein line with EH&S practices
• Work collaborativelyin a flexible, multi-skilled team
• Prepare components for final dispatch, ensuring top-tier presentation

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong eye for detail and pride in precision work
• Some experience with surface finishing or polishing tools is a plus – full training provided
• Ability to follow technical instructions and meet exact standards
• A proactive, hands-on approach to work and solving problems
• A team player who’s reliable, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Interest in safety and continuous improvement

Why Join Howmet?

• Be part of a company wherecraftsmanship and qualityare valued
• Gettraining and developmentin specialist finishing techniques
• Work in asafe, supportive, and team-oriented environment
• Contribute toongoing innovation and process improvements
• Build a career in an industry where your precision makes a difference

Your next chapter in manufacturing excellence starts here. Apply today and help us shape the future – one polished part at a time.