Metal Finishing Operative - Anodising / Vibratory Finishing

Recruit Engineering; Denham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Denham is looking for a Metal Finishing Operative to work on aviation safety systems for fighter jets. The role involves operating anodising and vibratory finishing equipment, performing quality inspections, and preparing components. Candidates should have a basic manufacturing background and attention to detail. This permanent position offers a salary of £42,875 - £44,100 including shift allowance, with genuine progression opportunities and stable long-term work.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Overtime available

Genuine progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Basic manufacturing or engineering background.
• Understanding of H&S procedures and COSHH regulations.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate anodising equipment on manual and automated production lines.
• Perform quality inspection of finished parts.
• Operate barrel tumbling and vibratory finishing equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

GCSE grades D-G or equivalent

Job description

Metal Finishing Operative – Anodising / Vibratory Finishing

Denham | £42,875 - £44,100 (inc. shift allowance) | Permanent | Rotating Shifts

We’re recruiting Metal Finishing Operatives for a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Denham. You'll be working on aviation safety systems for fighter jets, operating within the finishing department across either anodising or vibratory finishing processes.

What you’ll be doing:

• Anodising:
  • Operating anodising equipment on both manual and automated production lines
  • Preparing components through masking, jigging, and bunging
  • Quality inspection of finished parts
  • Working with process chemicals to exacting specifications
• Vibratory Finishing:
  • Operating barrel tumbling and vibratory finishing equipment
  • Preparing metallic surfaces for anodising and passivation
  • Masking components to protect bores, holes, and slots
  • Surface preparation and deburring to precise standards
  • Across both processes you'll be working to engineering drawings, maintaining quality standards, and handling safety‑critical components.

  What you need:

  • Basic manufacturing or engineering background
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (training provided)
  • Good attention to detail and manual dexterity
  • Understanding of H&S procedures and COSHH regulations
  • GCSE grades D-G or equivalent
  • Flexibility to work rotating shifts
  • Experience in metal finishing or working with process chemicals is ideal, but training can be provided for the right person with a solid manufacturing foundation.

  What's on offer:

  • £35,000 - £36,000 base salary + 22.5% shift allowance (total package £42,875 - £44,100)
  • Rotating shifts: Week A 06:00-14:00, Week B 13:45-22:00 (Monday to Friday)
  • Strong benefits package
  • Genuine progression opportunities within the business
  • Overtime available if desired
  • Stable, long‑term work with a company that has over a decade of secured contracts

  This is a permanent position with a leading name in aerospace manufacturing. You'll be working on safety‑critical components where quality and precision matter.

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