Exeter, Devon
Up to £16.28 per hour + free parking, overtime, 25+8 days holiday
Temporary
Job description
Foundry Production Operative | Production Operative | Manufacturing Operative | Factory Operative | Foundry Operative
Exeter | £16.28 per hour (£31,746 per annum) + Guaranteed Overtime | Monday to Friday | Rotating 3-Shift Pattern | Temporary to Permanent
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Foundry Production Operatives to join Howmet Aerospace in Exeter, one of the world's leading aerospace manufacturers.
This is a fantastic opportunity to secure long-term employment with a global engineering business producing critical aerospace components. If you enjoy hands-on, physical work and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, this could be the perfect role for you.
Full training is provided, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates with manufacturing experience or those looking to build a career within the aerospace industry.
Key Duties
Pour and handle molten metal safely.
Move and process heavy castings.
Work in a high-temperature foundry environment.
Wear specialist PPE, including fire-resistant clothing.
Follow strict health, safety, and quality procedures.
Operate production equipment safely and efficiently.
Work as part of a skilled team producing world-class aerospace components.
Shift Pattern
Monday to Friday rotating shifts:
6:00am - 1:30pm
1:00pm - 8:30pm
8:30pm - 6:00am (includes 3 hours guaranteed overtime each night)
Requirements
Enjoy practical, hands-on work.
Good physical stamina and comfortable with manual handling.
Ability to work safely in a hot industrial environment.
Reliable with a strong work ethic.
Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Flexible to work a rotating shift pattern.
Previous manufacturing or foundry experience is beneficial but not essential as full training is provided.
What We Offer
£16.28 per hour (£31,746 per annum).
Weekly pay.
Guaranteed overtime with enhanced rates of £18.83-£28.32 per hour.
Paid breaks.
Temporary to permanent opportunity.
Full training provided.
Free on-site parking.
Supportive team environment.
Long-term career progression with a global aerospace manufacturer.
Interested?
If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Foundry Production Operative, Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Factory Operative, or Foundry Operative in Exeter, apply today with your up-to-date CV for immediate consideration.
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