Manufacturing Prepper & Cleaner
Hailsham, East Sussex
Competitive Salary and Excellent Benefits
Full-time, Permanent 37hpw

KHR are partnering with an internationally recognised specialist manufacturing company that delivers high-performance engineered systems for complex research and industrial environments.

Due to continued growth, the business is looking to hire a detail-focused Manufacturing Prepper & Cleaner to support this pivotal stage of expansion.

The Role

As a Manufacturing Prepper & Cleaner, you will be responsible for the cleaning, inspection, preparation, and packaging of precision components and assemblies, ensuring all parts meet strict cleanliness, quality, and specification standards required for high-performance engineering applications.


Key Responsibilities

Clean, visually inspect, package, and label components, sub-assemblies, and final assemblies to strict standards
Ensure all parts meet defined cleanliness and quality requirements prior to release
Carry out leak checks on chambers and assemblies
Perform bead blasting to remove surface contamination and achieve the required finish quality
Identify, record, and report any defects or non-conformances
Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation
Ensure all work is completed in line with health, safety, and environmental procedures
Meet internal and external customer deadlines consistently
Follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing specifications
Support additional production duties as required

Candidate Profile

Understanding of high-specification cleaning and quality standards
Ability to follow detailed work instructions accurately
Awareness of working with chemicals and adherence to safety procedures
Strong attention to detail with a quality-first mindset
Ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising standards
Basic understanding of health & safety requirements in a manufacturing environment
Experience in bead blasting or similar surface finishing processes (desirable)
Previous experience in welding, fabrication, or precision manufacturing
Background in high-spec engineering environments
Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing (BTEC / HNC / HND)
Occasional travel to client sites may be required (planned in advance, expenses covered)
Due to location, a full driving licence is required

Benefits & Culture

Our client offers one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the sector, prioritising the health, wealth, and work-life balance of their staff:

Work-Life Balance: 37-hour work week with flexible working hours and 33 days of annual leave (25 days + Bank Holidays).
Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Annual Health Checks, and Specsavers Eye Care Vouchers.
Financial Security: Life Insurance and a Salary Sacrifice Pension scheme.
Green Initiatives: Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work and EV (Electric Vehicle) schemes.
Social & Facilities: A friendly culture featuring an Annual Family Fun Day and a Christmas Dinner/Dance (partners invited). The site is equipped with a canteen, locker rooms, and shower facilities.

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