At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and process components through specialist surface treatment processes in a hands-on production role.
- Company: Join a leading manufacturing business with a supportive team environment.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in manufacturing with opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team where safety and quality are top priorities.
- Why this job: Make an impact by ensuring high-quality standards and meeting customer deadlines.
- Qualifications: Experience in manufacturing or surface treatments is desirable; GCSEs in English and Maths preferred.
The predicted salary is between 15 - 15 £ per hour.
CNC Recruitment is working with a leading manufacturing business to recruit a Surface Treatments Operator to join their production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in surface finishing or manufacturing who enjoys working in a hands-on production environment. You'll play an important role in processing precision components through a variety of surface treatment processes while ensuring quality standards and customer deadlines are consistently met. Working within a supportive team, you'll report to the Production Manager through the Cell Leader and contribute to the safe and efficient operation of the treatment department.
The Role
As a Surface Treatments Operator, you'll be responsible for preparing and processing components through a range of specialist surface treatment processes, following the production schedule and maintaining high standards of quality, safety and efficiency. You'll ensure components are correctly prepared, treated and inspected while working to production targets and customer delivery deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and jig components ready for treatment processes.
- Carry out abrasive blasting operations.
- Process components through chemical conversion coating lines.
- Perform anodising and passivation treatments.
- Prepare surfaces to required specifications.
- Apply masking techniques where required.
- Handle treatment chemicals safely and in accordance with company procedures.
- Monitor treatment equipment and support the operation of the DI plant and effluent systems.
- Follow production schedules to ensure customer deadlines are achieved.
- Maintain high standards of quality throughout the treatment process.
- Keep work areas clean, organised and compliant with Health & Safety requirements.
- Carry out any other duties as required by the Production Manager or Cell Leader.
What We're Looking For
Experience
- Previous experience within manufacturing, engineering or surface treatments is desirable.
- Experience of anodising, passivation, chemical conversion coatings or abrasive blasting would be advantageous.
- Experience handling chemicals in an industrial environment is beneficial.
- Experience working to production targets and quality standards.
Skills & Knowledge
- Knowledge of jigging techniques for surface treatments.
- Understanding of chemical treatment processes.
- Experience with masking techniques, including liquid masking, is desirable.
- Good attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to follow work instructions and production schedules.
- Strong awareness of Health & Safety procedures.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Personal Attributes
- Reliable and dependable.
- Organised with good attention to detail.
- A positive and motivated team player.
- Adaptable and willing to learn new processes.
- Responsible and safety-conscious.
- Able to work effectively in a busy production environment.
Qualifications
- GCSEs (or equivalent), including English and Maths, are desirable.
- A qualification from the Institute of Materials Finishing or a related discipline would be advantageous but is not essential.
Surface Treatment Operative in Yeovil employer: CNC Recruitment Limited
Join a leading manufacturing business as a Surface Treatment Operative, where you will thrive in a hands-on production environment that values quality and teamwork. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers opportunities for skill development in surface finishing processes while ensuring a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and efficiency. Located in a dynamic area, this role not only provides meaningful work but also the chance to contribute to high-quality production standards and meet customer expectations.
