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.