Process Operative

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Caddington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading repair facility in the aerospace industry is seeking a Process Operative to operate and maintain specialist equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up Vacuum Pressure Impregnation equipment, maintaining documentation, and ensuring safety standards. Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure are essential. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) equipment.
• Operate curing ovens using program controllers and chart recorder equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation, oven chart recorders, and work pack travellers.
• Perform regular checks on plant equipment per maintenance check sheets.
• Monitor calibration needs and dates for relevant equipment.
• Identify and report defective equipment or tooling to supervisors.
• Maintain the department and surrounding areas in line with the company's 5S programme.

Skills

Ability to work well in multidisciplinary/cross‑functional teams

Strong organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Innovative and enthusiastic approach

Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, etc.)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Self‑motivated

Well organised

Job description

Join a leading repair facility with decades of excellence!

Process Operative - Luton

Salary: Highly competitive DOE

Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, career development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

About the role and client: This is an exciting opportunity to join a company with a solid reputation in the aerospace industry. You'll play a key role in operating and maintaining specialist equipment within a dynamic and safety‑focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the Vacuum Pressure Impregnation (VPI) equipment
• Operate curing ovens using program controllers and chart recorder equipment
• Maintain accurate documentation, oven chart recorders, and work pack travellers
• Perform regular checks on plant equipment per maintenance check sheets
• Monitor calibration needs and dates for relevant equipment
• Identify and report defective equipment or tooling to supervisors
• Maintain the department and surrounding areas in line with the company's 5S programme

Candidate requirements

• Ability to work well in multidisciplinary/cross‑functional teams
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Innovative and enthusiastic approach
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and multitask
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑motivated and well organised