Job description
- Exeter, Devon, England
- Temp to perm,
- undefined,
- HOW/FIN/EXE
- 12/12/2025
Job description
Precision Starts Here – Build Your Future with Howmet Aerospace
Manufacturing Operative – Finishing Department
Location: Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, EX2
Hours: Full-Time | Monday to Friday
Shift Pattern: Rotating Shifts
- 06:00 – 14:00 week 1
- 14:00 – 22:00 week 2
Pay Rate: £15.93 per hour
Take Pride in Precision
At Howmet Aerospace, we manufacture high-performance components that help power industries around the world. We are now looking for a dedicated and detail-focused Manufacturing Operative to join our Finishing Department — the final and essential stage before our products reach customers globally.
If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in quality, and want to be part of a skilled and supportive team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As part of our Finishing Team, you will:
✔ Polish, deburr, and clean precision-engineered components using specialist tools and equipment
✔ Carry out detailed inspections to ensure products meet exact quality standards
✔ Work from technical instructions and customer specifications
✔ Prepare finished components for final dispatch and presentation
✔ Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
✔ Support continuous improvement and work collaboratively within a multi-skilled team
What We’re Looking For
We’re keen to hear from candidates who have:
✔ A strong eye for detail and commitment to high-quality work
✔ Previous experience in manufacturing, polishing, finishing, or similar hands-on environments (preferred but not essential)
✔ A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
✔ The ability to follow technical processes and procedures accurately
✔ A reliable, flexible, and team-oriented approach
✔ A strong awareness of health & safety practices
Full training will be provided for the right candidate.
Why Join Howmet Aerospace?
✨ Competitive hourly pay
✨ Full training and career development opportunities
✨ Stable Monday to Friday shift pattern
✨ Supportive team environment
✨ Opportunity to work for a global leader in aerospace manufacturing
✨ Be part of a company where precision, quality, and innovation matter
Forge Your Future with Us
This is more than just a manufacturing role — it’s an opportunity to build a long-term career with a company at the forefront of advanced engineering and aerospace technology.
Apply today and become part of a team where your precision and craftsmanship truly make a difference.
Important Information:
Please note that this role may be subject to export control restrictions, including under ITAR regulations. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful candidate meeting the applicable legal requirements for access to controlled information or technology.
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