Foundry / Production Operative

Location

Chard, Somerset

Pay rate, Salary

£12.71 - £13.00 per hour

Contract Type

Permanent

Summary

Foundry Operative | Production Operative | Manufacturing Operative | Casting Operative

Chard, Somerset | Monday to...

Job Reference
a1W8d000001Z1Z5EAK_1794562865

Job description
Foundry Operative | Production Operative | Manufacturing Operative | Casting Operative
Chard, Somerset | Monday to Thursday, 6:45am-5pm | Approximately 39-40 hours per week | Immediate Start | Temporary with Potential for Permanent Employment
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting Foundry Operatives and Production Operatives to join a well-established, expanding sand-casting foundry based in Chard, Somerset.
Our client manufactures high-quality ferrous and non-ferrous castings for a wide range of industries. This is a hands-on role within a busy manufacturing environment, working as part of a close-knit production team.
Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to develop their skills and build a career in manufacturing.
With every Friday off, you can also enjoy a three-day weekend every week!
What We Offer
Monday to Thursday, 6:45am-5pm.
Approximately 39-40 hours per week.
Every Friday off, giving you a three-day weekend every week.
Free on-site parking.
Canteen facilities.
Full training provided.
Excellent progression opportunities.
Possible permanent position following a successful trial period.
Weekly pay, holiday pay and pension contributions.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Preparing moulds and cores for metal casting.
Pouring molten metal safely and accurately.
Fettling, dressing, grinding and finishing cast components.
Operating furnaces and foundry machinery (full training provided).
Maintaining high standards of health and safety and housekeeping.
Working to production targets in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Requirements
We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who:
Are physically fit and comfortable undertaking manual work.
Have a positive attitude and good attention to detail.
Can follow instructions and work safely as part of a team.
Ideally have some manufacturing, production or foundry experience, although this is not essential as full training is available.
Interested?
If you are looking for a hands-on Production Operative or Foundry Operative role in Chard, with full training and the benefit of a three-day weekend, apply now to find out more.
Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Our specialist consultant
Recruitment Consultant
Stacie Parker
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