At a Glance
- Tasks: Etch metal parts for aircraft manufacturing using precision tools and techniques.
- Company: Global manufacturing leader with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and a safe working environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for cross-training and career development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to the aerospace industry with your skills.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail and ability to follow safety regulations.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Manufacturing / Production Operator 6am-2pm (Monday - Friday) Competitive + OT Welwyn Garden City.
Job Specification:
- Etches specified portions of metal parts materials used in manufacturing aircraft, using immersion equipment, templates, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Reads work order, blueprints and process specifications to define location of etch, finished dimensions and method sequence of operations.
- Cleans surface of parts materials to ensure uniform adhesion of maskant.
- Applies maskant to surfaces to be etched, scribes etch lines, using template, and removes maskant from etch areas.
- Immerses parts materials in etching solution for specified time, manually or using hoist.
- Removes objects from etch solution, rinses objects with water, and removes remaining maskant.
- Measures etched parts materials for conformance to specifications, using micrometers, scales, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Immerses parts and materials in successive baths rinses to perform surface processing in addition to etching, pickling, chromodizing, passivating, degreasing, and stripping, and be designated Process Operator.
- Drills and trims parts where required.
- Reports problems or variations against specifications.
- Works to strict quality and health & safety regulations.
- Ensures that work is conducted in a safe environment according to safe practices.
- Maintains a clean work environment.
- Cross trains and works in other areas as and when required.
- Candidates have to wear a face fit mask for H&S requirements.
Apply by sending your CV via the Apply now option on the website. If you have any questions or are interested in any other opportunities we may have, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of gap technical who are operating as an employment agency. gap technical are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job.
Closing Date: 30/7/2026.
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At gap technical, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values safety and quality in manufacturing. Our facility in Welwyn Garden City provides competitive pay, opportunities for overtime, and a commitment to employee growth through cross-training in various roles. Join us to be part of a global manufacturing business where your contributions directly impact the aerospace industry, all while enjoying a stable Monday to Friday schedule.
