Manufacturing Operator

Howmet Aerospace; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Shrewsbury is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to support operational activities within the secondary operations. Responsibilities include operating machinery, performing quality checks, and maintaining a safe work environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, a mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. This role offers competitive salary and a benefits package that includes a pension scheme, life cover, and private healthcare insurance.

Benefits

Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution

Life cover 6 X

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private Healthcare Insurance

Disability Insurance

Holidays starting at 22 days

Cash plan for employees and their families

Online savings platform and employee assistance programme

Friendly culture with strong emphasis on safety and inclusion

Qualifications

• Ability to operate machinery in secondary operations area.
• Experience in performing quality checks on manufactured parts.
• Knowledge of company EHS and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support operating activities within the secondary operations.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on machinery.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in the Cell area.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to read & effectively interpret technical drawings

Mechanical aptitude with logical approach to problem solving

Team player with the ability to work with people

Excellent time keeping & attendance

Job description

Essential Functions

The main function of the Manufacturing Operator position is to support with operating activities within our secondary operations flexible and responsive approach is essential, together with the ability to effectively problem solve and identify areas where improvements can be made to existing processes and methods. This role is on the rotating morning and afternoon shift, mornings - , afternoons - ;

Specific Responsibilities

• Operating machinery in our secondary operations area to include the waxline.
• Performing quality checks on parts.
• Identify and perform preventative maintenance tasks.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within Cell area - together with other Cell Members, keep area free from oil and ensure a safe working environment.
• Fork Lift truck operation - in accordance with legislation and company safety regulations.
• Understand and comply with the company’s EHS and quality procedures.
• Input into the Cell Operation as a team member; working to best practice. Offer suggestions where appropriate to improve working methods and towards developing a continuous improvement environment.
• Read graphs, charts and technical drawings.

Company Responsibilities

• Maintain full compliance with Howmetpolicies and procedures and conduct all activities in accordance with the Code of Conduct.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of and commitment to continuous improvement principles and techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies & Skills - Person specification

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to read & effectively interpret technical drawings
• Mechanical aptitude with logical approach to problem solving
• Able to work under own initiative
• Team player with the ability to work with people at various levels within the organisation
• Flexible approach with capacity to adapt to advancing environment
• Able to identify improvements
• Excellent time keeping & attendance

Competitive salary and benefits to include

• Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
• Life cover 6 X
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private Healthcare Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Holidays starting at 22 days with the option to buy more and spread the cost over 12 months
• Cash plan for employees and their families
• Online savings platform and employee assistance programme
• Friendly culture with a strong emphasis on safety and inclusion