Process Operative - Surface Treatment
CV-LibraryStroud, ENG, GL5 3AA, GBpermanentPosted: 6 July 2026
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Location: Stroud
Contract: Permanent, Full-time, Day Shift
Salary: £12.71 - £13.50 per hour DOE
Are you looking to build a long-term career within the aerospace manufacturing industry?
Do you have a great eye for detail and enjoy working in a hands-on manufacturing environment where quality matters?
THOMAS Professional is delighted to be supporting a well-established aerospace manufacturing business in the recruitment of a Process Operative - Surface Treatment to join their growing team in Stroud.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected manufacturer supplying components to some of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers. Full training will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for someone with manufacturing experience who is eager to develop new skills within a specialist surface treatment environment.
Benefits
Permanent, full-time position
Monday to Friday day shift (39 hours per week)
Early finish every Friday
Full training and ongoing development
Stable, long-term career opportunity
Clean and modern manufacturing environment
Opportunity to work within the aerospace industry
Supportive and friendly team culture
Role Responsibilities
Prepare aerospace components for surface treatment, including masking, media blasting and waxing
Carry out surface treatment processes following detailed work instructions and process sheets
Record processing times and production data accurately
Maintain exceptional quality standards throughout the manufacturing process
Promote a strong health & safety culture
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department
Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets
The Person
Previous experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment is essential
Experience following detailed manufacturing or process instructions
Experience working to high quality standards and completing production records accurately
Excellent attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
Experience preparing or processing metal components would be advantageous
Strong awareness of health & safety within a production environment
Reliable team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Aerospace manufacturing or surface treatment experience would be highly beneficial
If you are interested in this Process Operative - Surface Treatment opportunity and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV.
As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional is committed to reviewing every application fairly and equally.
At THOMAS Professional, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we'll be happy to accommodate your needs.
THOMAS Professional is acting as an agency on behalf of the client for this position.
INDT
Location: Stroud
Contract: Permanent, Full-time, Day Shift
Salary: £12.71 - £13.50 per hour DOE
Are you looking to build a long-term career within the aerospace manufacturing industry?
Do you have a great eye for detail and enjoy working in a hands-on manufacturing environment where quality matters?
THOMAS Professional is delighted to be supporting a well-established aerospace manufacturing business in the recruitment of a Process Operative - Surface Treatment to join their growing team in Stroud.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected manufacturer supplying components to some of the world's leading aircraft manufacturers. Full training will be provided, making this an ideal opportunity for someone with manufacturing experience who is eager to develop new skills within a specialist surface treatment environment.
Benefits
Permanent, full-time position
Monday to Friday day shift (39 hours per week)
Early finish every Friday
Full training and ongoing development
Stable, long-term career opportunity
Clean and modern manufacturing environment
Opportunity to work within the aerospace industry
Supportive and friendly team culture
Role Responsibilities
Prepare aerospace components for surface treatment, including masking, media blasting and waxing
Carry out surface treatment processes following detailed work instructions and process sheets
Record processing times and production data accurately
Maintain exceptional quality standards throughout the manufacturing process
Promote a strong health & safety culture
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department
Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets
The Person
Previous experience working within an engineering or manufacturing environment is essential
Experience following detailed manufacturing or process instructions
Experience working to high quality standards and completing production records accurately
Excellent attention to detail and quality-focused mindset
Experience preparing or processing metal components would be advantageous
Strong awareness of health & safety within a production environment
Reliable team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Aerospace manufacturing or surface treatment experience would be highly beneficial
If you are interested in this Process Operative - Surface Treatment opportunity and have the relevant experience, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV.
As champions of diversity and inclusion in the workplace, THOMAS Professional is committed to reviewing every application fairly and equally.
At THOMAS Professional, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we'll be happy to accommodate your needs.
THOMAS Professional is acting as an agency on behalf of the client for this position.
INDT