Precision Finishing Operator – Hands-on Craft & Growth

Gap Personnel; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to join the Finishing Department at Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, EX2. This full-time role operates on a two-shift rotation (06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00) with a pay rate of £15.93 per hour.

You will polish, deburr, and inspect precision components, upholding strict quality standards and EH&S practices. Ideal candidates are detail‑driven with a passion for quality, able to follow technical instructions, and eager to learn within a

Qualifications

• What You’ll Do: Polish, deburr, and clean precision components using hand tools and machines
• Inspect final products with a keen eye to ensure they meet exacting quality standards
• Check against customer specs and internal criteria for flawless delivery
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace in line with EH&S practices
• Work collaboratively in 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

Responsibilities

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

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Manufacturing Operator to join the Finishing Department at Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, EX2. This full-time role operates on a two-shift rotation (06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00) with a pay rate of £15.93 per hour.

You will polish, deburr, and inspect precision components, upholding strict quality standards and EH&S practices. Ideal candidates are detail‑driven with a passion for quality, able to follow technical instructions, and eager to learn within a