Machine / Metal Operator

Machine / Metal Operator

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.
6am-2pm OR 2pm-10pm ( Monday - Friday)
Competitive + OT
Welwyn Garden City
gap technical are proud to be representing this global manufacturing business in their search for Machine Operative to work at their facility based near Hatfield / 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 make sure 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.
Immerse 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 .
Drill and trim parts where required.
Reporting problems or variations against spec
Work to strict quality and heal & safety regulations
Ensure that work is conducted in a safe environment according to safe practices
Maintain a clean work environment
Cross train and work in other areas as and when required
Candidates have to wear a face fit mask for H&S requirements.
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Closing Date:30/9/2026
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