Production Operative - Plater
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Position Overview & Specifications
Abrasive Technology is a world-leading innovator in the development and manufacture of super abrasive grinding wheels and tools, with locations around the globe. Our products shape the world around us every day – providing grinding, cutting, drilling and polishing solutions for a wide variety of industrial materials.
What You’ll Need to be Successful in the Role:
As a Plater you will support in the application of super abrasive coatings for the Aerospace industry. You will be working as part of a small team requiring you perform your own tasks as well as supporting the other team associates in delivering theirs.
- Attention to detail, focusing on every aspect of the process to drive quality and accuracy
- Time Management, consciously planning the amount of time spent on tasks to increase effectiveness and efficiency
- Critical Thinking, analysis of problems and solutions to determine the best course of action
- Self-Motivated, ability to begin, execute and complete projects and tasks independently, and within a team orientated environment, without supervision
Knowledge, Qualification and Experience.
- Familiarity with the Aerospace Industry with AS9100/ISO9001 or equivalent would be preferred
- Understanding of working in a manufacturing environment
- Experience in a Nickel-plating process and environment would be an advantage
- Must be methodical and able to follow a fixed process and understand the controls of a CRITICAL PART manufacturing methodology
- Good computer skills
Full training will be provided. During this period a training rate will apply Monday to Thursday 7:45 to 16:15 and Friday 07.45 to 12.45
Salary and Benefits
Salary £23,000 plus 6% shift allowance (Shift allowance subject to completion of training - approx. 3 months)
Monday to Thursday 06:00 to 14:00 and Friday 06:00 to 13:30
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,000 per year plus 6% shift premium £24,380
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- Production & Assembly Occupations: 1 year (required)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Machinery Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Production Operative - Plater roles across Abrasive Technology's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Machinery Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,000 - £23,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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