About this role
Block and Build General Operator
Location: Ansty, Coventry
Pay Rate: £22.48 training, £23.25 once trained
Duration 12 Months
Hours per week: 37.5 hours
Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Block and Build General Operator to join a leading engineering and manufacturing environment in Ansty, Coventry. This role is responsible for the assembly, preparation, testing, inspection, and machining of heat exchanger cores used in high-performance engineering applications.
The successful candidate will work within a skilled production team, ensuring products meet strict quality, safety, and engineering standards while supporting both production and prototype development activities.
Main Duties/ Responsibilities
Operate Controlled Atmosphere Brazing FurnaceOperate Vacuum FurnaceCarry out Iconnell Tube ManipulationSet up Kintex MachineMachining of heat exchanger coresGeneral Assembly of heat exchanger coresOperate Grit BlasterWaxing of heat exchangers prior to machiningSet up tube manipulation benchAbility to inspect components to current drawingsDevelopment of prototype AssembliesAir under water tasting of heat exchangersAbility to read and interpret Engineering DrawingsCarry out Frazing operationsAbility to train othersAdherence to company wide Health & Safety proceduresAbility to read measuring equipmentCarry out process inspection Key Requirements
Essential
Previous experience within a manufacturing, production, engineering, or assembly environment.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.Experience using measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.Ability to follow written work instructions and standard operating procedures.Experience carrying out component inspections and recording results accurately.A proactive approach to Health & Safety and quality standards.Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.Flexible approach to work and willingness to learn new processes and equipment. Desirable
Experience within aerospace, automotive, defence, or precision engineering industries.Previous brazing, furnace operation, machining, or heat exchanger assembly experience.Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.Experience training or mentoring colleagues.Understanding of prototype or low-volume manufacturing environments. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.