Production Operative (grinding/deburring)
Stability, growth and opportunity at Preci-Spark
We are looking to recruit multiple Production Operators to join our existing team at our Coalville facility. The role primarily involves grinding, deburring, and finishing of aerospace components in accordance with strict aviation quality standards, ensuring all parts meet required specifications and customer expectations.
What we offer for the position of Production Operator:
- £13.00 - £14.50ph Depending on skill level and experience.
- Monthly Productivity Bonus
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
- Rotating Shifts (37 hours): Mon to Weds 6.00am to 2.00pm – 2.00pm to 10.00pm, Thurs 6.00am to 1.00pm – 1.00pm to 8.00pm, Fri 6.00am to 12.00pm – 12.00pm to 06.00pm
- Overtime availability.
- Permanent contract of employment.
- Training will be provided.
- On-site Parking.
- Benefits Hub Package (including Private GP access, a range of discounted products and services, including shopping vouchers, gift cards and gym memberships. For the full list please visit www.preci-spark.co.uk)
Role of Production Operative:
- Perform grinding, deburring, polishing, and edge-finishing of precision components using hand tools, rotary tools, fixed machinery, bench grinders and polishers.
- Remove sharp edges, burrs, and excess material while maintaining dimensional accuracy and surface integrity.
- Interpret and follow engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards.
- Inspect finished parts visually and with measuring equipment (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges) to verify tolerances and finishes.
- Handle small parts carefully to prevent damage, contamination, or quality defects.
- Ensure adherence to aerospace and company-specific quality requirements, including AS9100/ISO standards.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in line with health & safety regulations.
- Report any non-conformance or defects promptly to the supervisor or quality team.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives and support lean manufacturing practices.
- Health, safety and environment compliance.
- Upon a successful interview, Preci -Spark's application process requests that a basic criminal record check will be carried out.
Requirements for the position:
- Previous experience in grinding, deburring, or finishing
- Good manual dexterity and attention to detail when handling delicate parts.
- Experience in assembly and fabrication preferred
- Machining experience also helpful.
- Quality and visual inspection
- Experience in using hand tools and power tools.
- An excellent eye for detail, to meet Quality performance expectations.
- Able to work in an organised and methodical manner.
- Able to adhere to job instruction sheets and route cards.
- Capable of working as part of a team but also independently.
- Good communication skills.
- Aerospace industry experience would be an advantage.
Preci Spark is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and we welcome applicants form all backgrounds.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.00-£14.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coalville LE67 1TT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Have you understood and are you able to do the shift pattern?
Work Location: In person
