Production Operative

Acorn Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Career progression

Overtime opportunities

Modern facility

Rotating shifts

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace in Exeter is seeking Production Operatives to join its aerospace manufacturing team. The role offers training, a clear pathway for long-term progression, and a stable, modern facility with rotating shifts.

£15.93 per hour, with earnings up to £2,600 per month. The position is temporary to permanent, with full training provided and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production, or industrial settings preferred but not essential.
• Good spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools and perform basic machining tasks.
• Follow quality control procedures and engineering specifications.
• Maintain high health and safety standards and keep work areas clean.

Skills

Hand tools

Quality control

Health and safety

Attention to detail

English language

Job description

Production Operative | Manufacturing Operative | Factory Operative | Assembly Operative | Aerospace Production Operative

Exeter | £15.93 per hour | Up to £2,600 per month | Monday-Friday | Rotating Shifts | Temporary to Permanent

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting

Production Operatives to join

Howmet Aerospace, a global leader in engineered metal products for the aerospace, defence, and transportation industries, based in

Exeter.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced

Production Operatives,

Manufacturing Operatives,

Factory Operatives,

Assembly Operatives, and those looking to start a career in aerospace manufacturing. Join a world-class manufacturer offering full training, excellent rates of pay, and genuine long-term career progression.

What We Offer

• £15.93 per hour.
• Earn up to £2,600 per month (gross).
• Temporary to permanent opportunity.
• Full training provided - no qualifications required.
• Supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Stable employment with a global aerospace manufacturer.
• Modern, safe working environment.

Key Duties

• Use hand tools and carry out manual machining tasks.
• Follow quality control procedures and engineering specifications.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety at all times.
• Work within one of the following departments:Monoshell.
• Pre-Finishing.
• Finishing.
• Support production targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organised.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing, production, factory, engineering, or industrial experience is preferred but not essential.
• Good spoken and written English.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good awareness of health and safety procedures.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in an industrial environment.
• Flexible and willing to work a rotating shift pattern.

£15.93 per hour (paid breaks included).

• Up to
• Monday to Friday.
• Rotating shifts:

6am-2pm.

2pm-10pm.

• Regular overtime opportunities available.

Additional Information

Please note this role may be subject to export control restrictions, including

ITAR. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon meeting the applicable legal requirements for access to controlled information or technology.

Why Join Howmet Aerospace?

• Global aerospace manufacturer with a long-standing presence in Exeter.
• Structured training and ongoing development.
• Excellent staff retention and long-term career opportunities.
• Safe, modern manufacturing facility.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.