Manufacturing Operative- Finishing Department
Precision-Made Careers Start Here – Forge Ahead with Howmet!
Job Title:Manufacturing Operative – Finishing Department
Location:Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, EX2
Employment Type:Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Shift Pattern:2 shift rotation 06:00am-14:00pm / 14:00pm-22:00pm
Pay Rate:£15.93 per hour
Are You Detail-Driven with a Passion for Quality?
Join
Howmet Aerospace
, a global leader in precision-engineered solutions, where your craftsmanship helps power the future. We’re looking for a
Manufacturing Operator
to join our Finishing Department – the final and critical stage before our products go to customers worldwide.
This is your chance to work hands-on with high-performance components, ensure flawless finishing, and be part of a tight-knit team that takes pride in every product.
What You’ll Do:
- Polish, deburr, and clean
precision components using hand tools and machines - Inspect final products
with a keen eye to ensure they meet exacting quality standards - Check against customer specs
and internal criteria for flawless delivery - Maintain a clean, safe workspace
in line with EH&S practices - Work collaboratively
in a flexible, multi-skilled team - Prepare components for final dispatch
, ensuring top-tier presentation
What We’re Looking For:
- A strong eye for detail and pride in precision work
- Some experience with surface finishing or polishing tools is a plus – full training provided
- Ability to follow technical instructions and meet exact standards
- A proactive, hands‑on approach to work and solving problems
- A team player who’s reliable, adaptable, and eager to learn
- Interest in safety and continuous improvement
Why Join Howmet?
- Be part of a company where
craftsmanship and quality
are valued - Get
training and development
in specialist finishing techniques - Work in a
safe, supportive, and team-oriented environment - Contribute to
ongoing innovation and process improvements - Build a career in an industry where your precision makes a difference
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