Manual Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Description:
To assist in the production of Piston Forgings from billet to fully machined pistons, work as part of a team preparing forging surface to customer specification and working to an aerospace standard.
The Role:
- Assist with the setting of the piston forge and prepare tooling for production.
- Work as a team to meet production deadlines.
- Use hand tools to manufacture forgings customer standard
- Use manual machinery to prepare metal surfaces (Linishers & wet/dry Shot blast)
- Inspect parts for conformation and record issues
- Read and follow work instructions
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement through the team.
- Follow and complete TPM instructions and records
Candidate Profile:
- Automotive background preferred although not essential as full training will be provided
- Have a keen eye for detail and be an effective communicator
- Able to work from clear Engineering work instructions.
- Excellent Time keeping.
- Production line experience is preffered.
The role is to work permanently on double days.
Shift 1
Monday to Thursday: 06:00 to 14:00
Friday 06:00 to 13:00
Shift 2
Monday to Thursday: 14:00 to 22:00
Friday: 13:00 to 20:00
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: Architectural & Engineering Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Manual Operator roles across Cosworth'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 Architectural & Engineering Services.
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 £32,564 - £65,221 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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