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Cosworth

Manual Operator

Northampton
£27.1k – £29.5k/yr
Posted 2 months ago
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Job Description:

As a Forge Manual Operator, you will manufacture high-performance forged pistons for leading supercar, hypercar, and aerospace customers. The role involves working with hot materials, carrying out quality control inspections using a range of precision measuring equipment, and inspecting and maintaining machinery, tooling, and equipment. You will play a key role in ensuring components are manufactured to specification while helping to minimise production downtime and maintain the highest quality standards.

The Role:

  • Assist in setting, preparing, and operating the forge.
  • Manufacture forged pistons by strictly following Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Good understanding of working with hot material.
  • Use equipment such as die grinders, linishers, aqua, and dry blast machines.
  • Be able to use basic measuring equipment to ensure components meet requirements.
  • Ensure all equipment and tooling is thoroughly cleaned after every use.
  • Perform TPM on all equipment and maintain records.
  • Be committed to continuous improvement and suggest improvements regarding methods, processes, and tooling.
  • Fulfil any other reasonable requirement consistent with departmental objectives.
  • Consider the health and safety, environmental, and energy impact of all activities.
  • Support the Company’s compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 by following company policy and best practice.

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  • Ability to read, interpret, and communicate technical information.
  • Be able to read and understand work instructions.
  • Have a basic understanding of aerospace quality standards.
  • Basic numerical and computer skills.
  • Effective communicator both verbally and in writing.
  • Automotive experience/background preferred.

This role is offered on a 12-month fixed-term basis, working alternating early and late shifts, with an 18.5% shift allowance applicable to these working hours.

Working Hours

Week 1

  • Monday - Thursday: 06:00 to 14:00
  • Friday: 06:00 to 13:00

Week 2

  • Monday - Thursday: 14:00 to 22:00
  • Friday: 13:00 to 20:00
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Location

The Octagon, 44 St James' Mill Rd, Northampton NN5 5RA, UK

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