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Hot Forge Operator, RECRUITMENT HELPLINE
Hot Forge Operator – Full-time, Permanent Role
Location: Wolverhampton, West Midlands (WV2)
Schedule: Monday–Friday: 7am–4pm, Friday: 7am–3:45pm
About The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Hot Forge Operator to join a UK award-winning manufacturer of high-quality special fasteners. You’ll set and operate hot forging presses, perform tooling changeovers, and produce a range of bolts, nuts, and custom fasteners.
This role is ideal for someone with hands-on hot forging experience—the company is looking for a candidate who can step straight into the position, providing seamless support to a busy production team.
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Key Responsibilities
- Set and operate hot forging presses and induction heaters
- Complete die/tooling set-ups and adjustments
- Perform quality checks on components during production
- Safely handle hot materials and tooling
- Strict adherence to health & safety procedures
Ideal Candidate Profile
The perfect candidate will have:
- Experience with hot forging machines/presses
- Strong mechanical aptitude and technique
- Ability to work independently with precision
- Fastidious attention to detail in forging quality components
- Reliability and communication skills
(Bonus points for fastener industry experience!)
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What We Offer
- Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
- Overtime opportunities
- 34 days holiday (including bank holidays, pro-rata for part-time)
- Career development opportunities post-probation
- Flexible start/finish times (where possible)
- Free on-site parking
- Health and wellness programme
Application Next Steps
If you believe you match the role requirements, please apply now for immediate consideration.
Equality Policy: All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. The employer supports equality in employment.
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