Production Operative - Polish

Northgate Vehicle Hire Careers; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincat is a thriving manufacturer of commercial catering equipment, seeking a Production Operative in the Polishing Department in Lincoln. You will cut, buff, polish and blast metal components to high-quality standards using hand tools and machinery.

The role requires attention to detail, manual dexterity and commitment to achieving production and quality targets, with a 2-on, 2-off shift from 5:00am to 4:50pm. Comprehensive safety procedures apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Background in sheet metal or stainless-steel finishing.
• Knowledge of different polishing grades and surface finishes preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Quality-focused with pride in delivering high-standard work.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Polish and finish metalwork to required specifications and surface finishes.
• Safely operate polishing, grinding and buffing equipment.
• Remove scratches and weld marks from metal components.
• Inspect finished products to ensure high quality.
• Adhere to manual handling procedures and PPE.
• Maintain machine utilization and meet efficiency targets.

Skills

Polish finishing

Polishing equipment

Manual handling

Team collaboration

Tools

Polishing machinery

Buffing equipment

Grinding equipment

Job description

Location: Lincoln, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Ref#: 147859

Salary: £30,577.61 per year + £82.95 weekly shift allowance

Brand: Lincat

Lincat - Production Operative, Polishing Department

About Us

Lincat is a thriving manufacturing business, one of the world's leading names in commercial catering equipment with over 50 years’ experience delivering world-class innovation and product quality to its extensive customer base. Our company manufactures 50,000 products each year and exports to over 80 countries. At Lincat, quality is at the heart of everything we do, driven by our ongoing investment in research and development and a passionate team dedicated to serving our extensive global customer base. We have great products, great people, and great customers.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for Production Operatives to join our team in the Polishing Department. The successful candidate will be responsible for cutting, buffing, polishing and blasting various metalwork components to high-quality standards using hand tools and polishing machinery. The role requires attention to detail, manual dexterity and a commitment to achieving production and quality standards.

Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, working a 2-on, 2-off shift pattern, from 5:00am to 4:50pm.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Polish and finish metalwork to the required specifications and surface finish standards.
• Safely and efficiently operate polishing, grinding, and buffing equipment.
• Remove scratches, weld marks, and other surface imperfections from metal components.
• Inspect finished products to ensure high-quality standards are consistently achieved.
• Handle materials safely and adhere to manual handling procedures at all times.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and wear the appropriate PPE.
• Maintain machine utilisation and consistently meet efficiency and productivity targets.

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

• Polish and finish metalwork to the required specifications and surface finish standards.
• Safely and efficiently operate polishing, grinding, and buffing equipment.
• Remove scratches, weld marks, and other surface imperfections from metal components.
• Inspect finished products to ensure high-quality standards are consistently achieved.
• Handle materials safely and adhere to manual handling procedures at all times.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and wear the appropriate PPE.
• Maintain machine utilisation and consistently meet efficiency and productivity targets.
• Background in manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Experience in sheet metal or stainless-steel finishing.
• Knowledge of different polishing grades and surface finishes would be preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Quality-focused approach with pride in delivering work to a high standard.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively.
• Organised and methodical approach to work.