Swaging Operative

Swaging Operative

Salary: £35,500

Hours:

08:00-17:00 Monday to Thursday / 08:00-12:00 Friday

Location:

Denham

A long‑established engineering manufacturer is looking for a Swaging Operative to join its specialist production team. The company designs and manufactures critical safety‑related mechanical systems for the global aerospace sector and offers long‑term stability with strong order books.

As a Swaging Operative, you will work within the manufacturing cell to produce, assemble and test components in line with defined engineering and quality standards. The position is centred on swaging end fittings, manufacturing high‑pressure hoses, and ensuring all assemblies meet the required specifications.

• Swaging end fittings in accordance with process specifications and completing proof‑load testing
• Manufacturing high‑pressure hoses and cable assemblies: selecting materials, cutting to length, attaching fittings and applying heat‑shrink to PS417 standards
• Operating crimping and assembly machinery, gauges and hand tools
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, work instructions and build plans
• Completing self‑inspection and quality checks
• Working safely and following H&S, COSHH and quality procedures
• Supporting 5S and continuous improvement activities
• Assisting with general assembly tasks when required

• Background in manufacturing or engineering
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Confident using hand tools and basic measuring equipment
• Strong attention to detail and good manual dexterity
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Experience in swaging, crimping or hose assembly

• Experience with drilling, riveting or adhesives
• SAP knowledge
• Mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent training

• 9% non‑contributory pension
• 4× salary life assurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Nursery workplace benefits
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Overtime available
• Extremely stable workload with programmes confirmed for 10+ years
• Opportunities to develop specialist skills in high‑precision engineering

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