Parts Cleaner

Fusion People Ltd; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Parts Cleaner for an ongoing contract in Burton-on-Trent. The candidate will be responsible for cleaning, inspecting, and sorting parts for refurbishment or disposal. Previous experience in the rail or automotive industry is essential, alongside mechanical skill and NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering. This role involves working closely with production teams to ensure a smooth workflow and adherence to safety standards. The position is Monday to Thursday, 7:00am - 4:00pm and 7:00am - 1:00pm on Fridays.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-year experience in the rail or automotive industry.
• Practical and mechanically oriented.

Responsibilities

• Ensure parts are cleaned and inspected for refurbishment.
• Load and unload parts into cleaning machines.
• Identify structural and material defects.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical orientation

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Dual acting sander

Cleaning machines

Job description

Job Title: Parts Cleaner
Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire (Barton Under Needwood)
Duration: Minimum 3 months
Days: Monday to Thursday 7:00am to 4:00pm and 7:00am to 1:00pm Friday

We are currently recruiting for a Parts Cleaner for an ongoing contract based in the Burton-on-Trent area for an engineering client. Candidates must have own transport due to site location. The role of the Parts Cleaner/Inspector is to ensure that all parts are cleaned, inspected and sorted for refurbishment, re-use or disposal. Also, to ensure parts are processed in a safe manner, to the correct standard and accordance with the production schedule.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• General cleaning and preparation of engine, transmission and raft parts using manual tools, dual acting sander (DA) scrapers, etc.
• Load / unload parts into cleaning machines.
• Follow the relevant working instructions / process plans etc.
• Inspect for signs of damage/wear.
• Disassemble parts for re-use/deep cleaning.
• Record acceptance or rejection of parts on inspection report.
• Identify structural and material defects.
• Interpret and present findings of faults.
• Understand the production schedule, and work closely with production and engineering to build a schedule that delivers minimum interruption to manufacturing output.
• Maintain NDT equipment as and when required.
• Mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable.
• Work to and support all relevant 5S activities.
• Report any near misses.
• Ensure that waste is disposed of in the correct manner.
• Report any issues or problems with jobs to the line manager.
• Take on any other reasonable responsibilities or tasks that are within the employee's skills and abilities.
• Adhere at all times to the company's Health, Safety & Environmental instructions and requirement.

Background & Experience

• Minimum 1-year experience in relevant rail or automotive industry.
• Be practical mechanically oriented.
• Possess good problem-solving skills.

Qualifications / Education

• NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering equivalent or above.
• Recognised NDT qualification or equivalent is desirable.

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