Manual Operator

Cosworth Group Holdings Limited · Direct employer

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: 

  • To 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.

Candidate Profile: 

  • 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 verbal and written.

  • 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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