Overview

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Deburrer/Operator to join our team at our Poole, Dorset location. This role is integral to ensuring the precision and quality of our highly engineered components. If you have a passion for excellence, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, we encourage you to apply.

This position operates on a rotating shift pattern, offering a competitive market-related salary plus a 20% shift allowance and a comprehensive benefits package.

Salary: This position comes with a very competitive market-related salary plus 20% shift allowance and a comprehensive benefits package. Please call Alan for more details on both.

Hours of Work: Rotating shifts on a double-day schedule:

• Early Shift: Mon-Thurs 6:00am-2:15pm, Fri 6:00am-12:00pm
• Late Shift: Mon-Thurs 2:15pm-10:15pm, Fri 12:00pm-7:30pm
• 37 hours per week, with additional hours as required to maintain the efficient running of the department.

Location: Poole, Dorset

Responsibilities

As a Deburrer/Operator, your key responsibilities will include:

• Precision deburring of metal components using various tools and techniques.
• Inspecting and deburring work under magnification to ensure quality standards.
• Reading engineering drawings to identify critical features.
• Selecting and using appropriate inspection equipment for manufacturing.
• Manufacturing components to correct drawing specifications.
• Changing inserts and adjusting machine offsets as needed.
• Selecting and identifying bushes and fixtures to protect critical features.
• Hand engraving traceable numbers on components.
• Shot blasting components for cleaning and preparation for future treatments.
• Cleaning and protecting components.
• Completing necessary quality documentation.
• Adhering to Lean principles and maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Assisting in the training of other employees.
• Collaborating with Production Engineers on Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Completing component tool sheets and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when required.
• Understanding and utilizing the Kanban process.
• Performing other duties as required by the nature and level of the role.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Proven experience in deburring intricate features in a variety of components.
• Ability to select the correct tooling and methods for specific jobs.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong understanding of Health and Safety requirements in the workplace.
• Demonstrable positive attitude and ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Flexibility and adaptability to meet changing business demands.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Apprenticeship-trained in a relevant field.
• Experience operating machine tools.

Day-to-Day

Your day-to-day activities will involve working on intricate components, ensuring they meet the highest quality standards. You will use a variety of tools and techniques to deburr, inspect, and prepare components for further processing. Collaboration with team members and Production Engineers will be a key part of your role, as will maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive market-related salary.
• 20% shift allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• The chance to work with a global leader in specialist engineering.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to breakthrough engineering solutions, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a team that is shaping a better world through innovation and precision.