Factory Operative

HR GO Driving; Chard; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the foundry sector is seeking a dedicated Factory Operative in Chard. The role involves working across multiple production lines, ensuring quality and safety in a hot and physically demanding environment. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, with opportunities for training and progression.

Benefits

Weekly pay for first 12 weeks

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to operate melting furnaces safely.
• Familiarity with safety regulations in a foundry environment.
• Commitment to quality and detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare molds and core boxes for sand-casting process.
• Operate furnaces and pour molten metal into molds.
• Inspect finished products for defects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Physical stamina

Job description

• Hourly rate: £12.24 per hour (time and a half paid on Fridays)
• Work Type: Temporary to permanent
• Working hours: Monday-Thursday / 6:45am-5:00pm Fridays / 8am-5:00pm

(Weekend work & Night shifts available)

HRGO Recruitment are seeking a dedicated and hardworking Factory Operative to join our clients exceptionally large sand-casting foundry based in Chard. The successful candidate will be working across 3 different production lines, casting, core making melting and finishing materials.

This working environment is hot, can become dirty and requires heavy lifting.

General Duties:

• Prepare molds and core boxes for the sand-casting process.
• Assemble, disassemble, and control mold patterns.
• Operate furnaces and pour molten metal into molds with precision.
• Inspect finished products for defects and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain and repair casting equipment and fixtures as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines to maintain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve production targets and deadlines.

Requirements:

• Ability to operate and control melting furnaces safely.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and practices in a foundry environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills for working effectively within a team.
• Physical stamina and ability to work in hot and physically demanding conditions.
• Weekly pay for first 12 weeks
• Time and a half paid on Fridays
• Training and progression opportunities provided

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