Surface Finishing Technician - Anodising / Uxbridge / Up to £33,000
Do you have experience in handling highly valuable and complex articles through rigorous chemical processes? Are you meticulous with a keen eye for detail, ensuring high-quality finishes in surface treatments? Join a dynamic team as a Surface Finishing Technician - Anodizing, where your skills will be valued and your contributions recognized.

Location / Hours

Location: Uxbridge
Hours: Full-time, standard day shift, Monday to Friday, 08:00am to 5:30pm

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations: Collaborate with the Production Manager to meet daily tasks and schedules.
Inspection: Perform brief inspections of fixtured parts to ensure secure attachment and no damage before processing.
Quantities Verification: Confirm quantities against paperwork and route cards provided.
Chemical Anodising: Execute the chemical anodising process according to process specifications and customer requirements.
Quality Assurance: Visually inspect processed articles to ensure a high-quality finish and promptly raise concerns with the Production Manager.
Post-Processing: Move processed articles to the Inspection section and communicate accordingly.
Maintenance: Assist with the maintenance of chemical solutions and equipment, including addition of undiluted acids/alkalis and pumping out exhausted rinse tanks weekly.
Calibration: Ensure all equipment is calibrated and within working parameters as per process specifications.
Health & Safety Compliance: Complete work in compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental policies, maintaining a safe working environment.
Training: Occasionally train personnel to ensure uniformity across the Surface Finishing section.
COSHH Regulations: Adhere to COSHH regulations, using and storing Personal Protective Equipment and hazardous chemicals properly.
Additional Duties: Undertake reasonable additional duties as instructed by Senior Management.

Personal Characteristics & Skills

Technically minded with the ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
Methodical approach with the ability to carry out several processes simultaneously.
Keen eye for detail and problem-solving abilities.
Customer-focused with a positive attitude.
Willing to learn new skills and adapt to the Company's vision and goals.
Flexible, proactive, and self-motivated.
Ability to work accurately under rigid time constraints.
Physically fit, able to lift items up to 25kg.
Good communication skills, capable of working autonomously and as part of a team.

Experience & Qualifications

Desirable Experience:
Metal Finishing and Engineering background.
Previous experience in a factory environment.

Salary / Benefits

As a Surface Finishing Technician, you can earn up to £33,000 per annum.
Holiday - 20 days plus 8 bank holidays
Overtime - Paid at time and a third
Company Bonus Scheme - Paid in November (Subject to company performance and personal appraisals)
Death in Service - 3x Annual Salary

Application Process

We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days. If you do not receive a response within this period, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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