- Job Title: Factory Operative
- Location: Chard
- 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.
To note:
- Weekly pay for first 12 weeks
- Time and a half paid on Fridays
- Training and progression opportunities provided
- Parking on site
If you are interested in this opportunity, please click 'APPLY NOW' and a consultant will be in contact.