Penetrant Flaw Detection (PFD) Operator

TN United Kingdom; Dukinfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the aerospace engineering sector is seeking a Penetrant Flaw Detection (PFD) Operator. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive environment focused on employee development. With a competitive salary and a generous holiday entitlement, you will be part of a team that prides itself on delivering high-quality solutions. Join a company that values your growth and offers excellent career development opportunities while ensuring a safe and clean workspace. If you're ready for a fresh challenge, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Discounted Gym Membership

Access to Retail Discounts

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in NDT is a plus, but full training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Process aluminium aerospace components through PFD methods.
• Perform solvent cleaning and inspection of components.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.

Skills

Teamwork

Solvent Cleaning

Inspection Techniques

Education

NDT Qualifications

Tools

Handheld Measuring Equipment

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Dukinfield, United Kingdom

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Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Are you looking for a fresh challenge, with a forward-thinking organisation within the high-tech engineering sector? The Hyde Group are established Industry experts within Aerospace Engineering and have a new vacancy for a Penetrant Flaw Detection (PFD) Operator working at our surface treatment site in Stalybridge.

About us

We have successfully supplied to the Aerospace industry for over 40 years. We are currently on track to achieve our strong growth plans and we pride ourselves on delivering right first-time solutions and going the extra mile to delight our customers.

About the opportunity

This is a great opportunity to join a reputable business with a strong set of core values in a friendly supportive environment. We have a strong focus on developing our people with the potential to further your career. Our salaries are competitive and we also offer a generous holiday entitlement of 33 days inclusive of bank holidays along with a fantastic benefits package.

Hyde Coatings Ltd is currently recruiting a PFD Operator based at one of our bespoke treatment facilities in Stalybridge. As a PFD Operator you will be responsible for the processing of various aluminium aerospace components through the Penetrant Flaw Detection process. This includes solvent cleaning, pre-penetrant etch and full process and inspection. All whilst maintaining the general cleanliness and safety within the building and supporting other areas of the business when required .

Duties include but are not limited to;

Solvent cleaning of aluminium components

Jigging and de-jigging of components on to a semi-automatic crane while promoting good bar utilisation

Testing of aircraft components using PFD methods

Inspection of work and sentencing of components to specification controls

Working to various customer technique sheets

Paperwork – Traveller cards

Use of handheld measuring equipment.

Essential skills required;

Must be able to work within a team or as an individual.

Desired Qualifications;

Any qualifications in NDT would be beneficial

Additional information;

Full training will be provided for non-qualified operators

Operator requires a yearly eye test as vision levels do need to be achieved.

What we offer

Generous annual leave entitlement.

Exciting benefits package with access to discounts from leading retailers.

Purpose built sites with free parking.

Discounted gym membership.

Excellent career development opportunities available.