Rumbling / Vibratory Machine Operator

Rumbling / Vibratory Machine Operator

Salary: £35,500 basic + 22.6% shift uplift (£43,523 total package)
Location: Near Uxbridge (commutable from Denham, Slough, High Wycombe, Watford, Hayes, Harrow, Rickmansworth)
Hours: Double Day Shift

• Week 1: 06:00 – 14:00
• Week 2: 14:00 – 22:00

Important – Please read before applying

Due to the nature of the work, this role requires:

• A consistent 5-year work history (with explanations for any gaps)
• Ability to pass BPSS clearance

Please note: employment cannot begin until clearance is completed, which can take up to 4 weeks.

About the Role

We’re supporting a leading aerospace manufacturer near Uxbridge who are looking to bring in a Rumbling / Vibratory Machine Operator to join their surface finishing team.

You’ll be working within a high-spec finishing plant, playing a key role in preparing and finishing safety-critical components used in aerospace systems.

This is a hands-on role where quality is everything — the work you do directly contributes to equipment designed to save lives.

What’s in it for you?

• £35,500 basic salary
• 22.6% shift uplift (£43,523 total package)
• Daily overtime paid at 1.5x rate
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with option to buy more)
• 9% non-contributory pension
• 4x salary life assurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Cycle to work scheme & retail discounts
• Ongoing training and development

What you’ll be doing

• Operating barrel tumbling and vibratory finishing equipment
• Preparing metallic surfaces for further processing
• Masking components to protect critical features (bores, holes, slots)
• Carrying out inspection of finished components
• Packing parts for internal transport and storage
• Interpreting part numbers, drawings, process specs and finishing requirements
• Working to strict quality and safety standards

What we’re looking for

• Basic understanding of measuring equipment
• Experience within a precision finishing environment is required, ideally experience with rumbling / tumbling equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Awareness of health & safety and COSHH regulations
• Previous experience within manufacturing or engineering environments
• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused mindset

Interested? Press apply and one of the team will be in touch!