Foundry Manufacturing Operative
- Exeter
- £15.51 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Sowton Industrial Estate, Exeter, EX2
Employment Type: [Full-Time / Shift-Based]Shift Pattern: 06:00am-13:30pm / 13:00pm-20:30pm / 20:00pm-06:30am on rotationPay Rate: £15.51p/hOverview:
Do you thrive in a physically active environment and enjoy working with your hands? Are you someone who takes pride in precision, reliability, and being part of a close-knit, hard-working team? We’re looking for a dependable and safety-conscious Manufacturing Operator to join our Foundry department at Howmet, where strength, coordination, and attention to detail play a vital role in producing high-performance parts.This is a hands-on role where you’ll work with heavy-duty equipment, molten metal, and specialized tools. You’ll be part of a team that gets the job done — safely, efficiently, and with a high standard of quality.Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain a strong focus on Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) while working near high-temperature materials
- Operate as part of a tight-knit team, communicating clearly and supporting each other in a fast-paced setting
- Handle the loading and unloading of preheat and casting furnaces using custom lifting gear and pedestrian trucks
- Participate in problem-solving and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area to ensure production targets are met
- Stay alert and take initiative when working around complex equipment and materials
- Carry out other duties as needed to support smooth and safe operations
- Good physical fitness and stamina — comfortable lifting, moving, and working on your feet
- Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow technical instructions
- A reliable, “hands-on” work ethic and team-first mentality
- Ability to remain focused and disciplined in an industrial setting
- Previous foundry or manufacturing experience is an advantage, but not required — training is provided
- Willingness to wear full PPE and work in heat-intensive environments
- A role where your work ethic and physical capability make a direct impact
- Opportunities to learn specialized industrial skills
- Be part of a solid, dependable crew that takes pride in quality and execution
- Stable hours, good job security, and a workplace where doing things right matters