Production Operative / Process Operator

AWD online; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Friday

Life Assurance

Free onsite parking

Long-term aerospace opportunity

Career development opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

AWD online is seeking a Production Operative / Process Operator to join a specialist aerospace anodising operation in Liverpool. No prior anodising experience is required as full training is provided.

The role starts with setting up lines, following procedures and ensuring safety and quality in every step. You will process components through anodising and coating procedures, complete documentation, and help meet production targets while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety in a

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow detailed work instructions, specifications and SOPs.
• Strong commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Able to work safely with chemicals and follow PPE requirements.
• Willing to undertake training to develop aerospace process knowledge.
• Previous production/manufacturing experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate anodising lines safely and efficiently per instructions.
• Process aerospace components through anodising and coating processes.
• Follow job documentation, SOPs and aerospace standards.
• Handle components securely to prevent damage or contamination.
• Maintain production records and perform quality checks.
• Follow safety procedures and COSHH requirements.
• Support production targets and maintain housekeeping.

Skills

Attention to detail

COSHH awareness

Teamwork

Safety with chemicals

Job description

Production Operative / Process Operator

We have a new opportunity, officially called an Aerospace Anodiser, for a practical, reliable and quality-focused person to join a production team, working in a specialist aerospace manufacturing environment. Previous anodising experience is not essential, as training will be provided.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Manufacturing Operative, Factory Operative, Production Operator, Process Line Operative, Machine Operator, Warehouse Operative, Quality Inspection Operative, Metal Finisher, Surface Treatment Operative, Chemical Process Operative

SALARY: £13.55per Hour + Benefits

LOCATION: Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England(L3)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:00am – 3:30pm

JOB OVERVIEW

This is a great opportunity to develop practical production skills within a specialist aerospace manufacturing environment where safety, accuracy and quality are essential.

Working as the Production Operative / Process Operator you will be trained to set up and operate anodising lines and associated chemical treatment processes in line with customer specifications, internal procedures and approved process instructions.

The Production Operative / Process Operator will help process aerospace components through anodising and chemical conversion coating processes, while following detailed work instructions, SOPs, health and safety procedures and quality standards.

As the Production Operative / Process Operator you will support production targets, complete quality checks, handle customer parts with care and help ensure all work is completed safely, accurately and on time.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Production Operative / Process Operator include:

• Set Up and Operate Processes: Set up and run anodising lines safely and efficiently in accordance with approved work instructions and process specifications
• Process Aerospace Components: Process parts through anodising and chemical conversion coating processes, including Boric-Sulphuric Acid, Sulphuric Acid, Chromic Acid, Alocrom and Alodine processes, once trained
• Follow Job Documentation: Correctly identify and process customer components against job documentation, customer requirements, SOPs and applicable aerospace standards
• Handle Components Safely: Load, rack and handle customer components carefully throughout the process to prevent damage or contamination
• Monitor Process Controls: Check tank conditions, temperatures, voltages, times and other process parameters during production
• Carry Out Quality Checks: Complete visual and required quality checks during and after processing, reporting defects, process issues or non-conformances promptly
• Complete Production Records: Maintain accurate production, quality and process documentation in a timely manner
• Follow Safety Procedures: Work safely with chemicals, follow COSHH requirements and use PPE and safety equipment correctly
• Support Production Targets: Help achieve the production plan, customer timescales, quality standards and productivity targets
• Maintain Housekeeping Standards: Keep work areas, equipment, shadow boards and production facilities clean, organised and well maintained
• Support Continuous Improvement: Contribute to training, teamwork, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement activities across the production area

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Able to understand and follow detailed work instructions, specifications and SOPs
• Good attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality
• Able to work safely with chemicals and follow COSHH and PPE requirements
• Good manual handling skills and an understanding of how to protect customer components from damage
• Able to work effectively as part of a team and with minimal supervision
• Willing to undertake training and develop knowledge of aerospace processes and customer requirements
• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing, factory, process line, warehouse, quality inspection or hands‑on operational role would be useful
• Previous experience in anodising, chemical processing, surface treatment or aerospace manufacturing would be advantageous, but is not essential
• Experience setting up or operating production processing lines would be advantageous
• Knowledge or experience of aerospace surface treatment processes would be desirable
• Previous experience of BSAA, Sulphuric Acid, Chromic Acid anodising or chemical conversion coating processes would be advantageous

BENEFITS

• Early finish every Friday
• Life Assurance
• Free onsite parking
• Stable long-term opportunity within a respected aerospace engineering business
• Career development opportunities within a wider group organisation
• Collaborative working environment where initiative and improvement ideas are encouraged