Production Operative Weekends - Full time

Acorn by Synergie; Exeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Exeter seeks a Finishing Operator to ensure high-quality output in precision manufacturing. This role involves finishing castings, detecting and reworking defects, and following detailed instructions. Ideal candidates should have experience in a hands-on manufacturing role, be detail-oriented, and work well under pressure. A competitive salary, up to 5% bonus, and extensive benefits await the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 5% performance bonus

33 days holiday

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hands-on, precision-based manufacturing role is desirable.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and read engineering drawings.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where quality is key.

Responsibilities

• Finish castings to correct dimensional and quality standards.
• Detect and rework defects as required.
• Record and input quality data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual precision

Technical instruction following

Team player

Safety consciousness

Tools

Hand grinders

Linishers

CCM equipment

U/T equipment

Job description

Overview

Finishing Operator – Exeter | Up to 5% bonus | Weekend or Night Shift | Permanent

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for a rare opportunity to join a global leader in Aerospace manufacturing, supplying advanced engineering solutions to the aerospace and transport industry. With long-term career prospects, excellent training, and an outstanding benefits package, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Role Overview

The Finishing Operator will be responsible for working on high-quality investment castings used in aerospace applications. This hands-on role requires a high level of attention to detail and manual precision, as well as the ability to follow detailed work instructions and engineering drawings.

Shifts Available

• Weekend Shift (38 hours total):
• Friday: 6am - 2pm
• Saturday & Sunday: 6am - 6pm
• Monday: 6am - 2pm (flexibility on Monday available)
• Night Shift (Permanent):
• Monday - Friday: 10pm - 6am

Key Responsibilities

• Finish castings to correct dimensional and quality standards.
• Detect and rework defects as required.
• Use hand grinders and linishers.
• Operate CCM and U/T equipment (full training provided).
• Record and input quality data.
• Follow detailed work instructions and company procedures.
• Work to eliminate waste and avoid product damage.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a hands-on, precision-based manufacturing role is desirable.
• Ability to follow technical instructions and read engineering drawings.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where quality is key.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and a strong team player.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Up to 5% plant-based performance bonus per annum.
• 33 days holiday plus an additional 3-day Christmas shutdown.
• Life assurance.
• Pension salary sacrifice scheme.
• Employee benefits and discount platform.
• Free on-site parking.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Interested?

Apply now or contact the Acorn by Synergie team today!

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