via Reed · 2 October 2026 ·2 days ago

Block and Build Furnace

Manpower
Coventry Contract GBP 45,337 – 45,337
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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 Furnace

  • Operate Vacuum Furnace

  • Carry out Iconnell Tube Manipulation

  • Set up Kintex Machine

  • Machining of heat exchanger cores

  • General Assembly of heat exchanger cores

  • Operate Grit Blaster

  • Waxing of heat exchangers prior to machining

  • Set up tube manipulation bench

  • Ability to inspect components to current drawings

  • Development of prototype Assemblies

  • Air under water tasting of heat exchangers

  • Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings

  • Carry out Frazing operations

  • Ability to train others

  • Adherence to company wide Health & Safety procedures

  • Ability to read measuring equipment

  • Carry 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.

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