ESS7093N - Plater


Company:	ESS Employment Ltd
Salary:	£12.95 to £14 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stroud
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	18 Oct 2026

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Summary

LOCATION: Stroud, Gloucestershire

HOURS: 39 hours per week

START DATE: Immediate after successful interview

SALARY: £12.95ph - £14.00ph

PERMANENT JOB

INDHS

Nailsworth Office: 01453 832468

E: liam.edwards@ess-emp.co.uk

www.ess-emp.co.uk

Vacancy – Plater

We are looking to recruit a Plater in Surface Treatments for our client in Stroud, Gloucestershire.

Hours: 39 Hours per week- Day Shift, typically 7:30am to 4pm (Mon – Thu), Friday 7:30am to 3pm. 30 mins daily unpaid break

Platers form a key component of the Stroud Manufacturing Team, completing surface treatments on Aerospace Components for all leading Aircraft Manufacturers and their supporting subcontractors.

Platers grade C/Ci will hold direct relevant experience of Pre-Treatment, Masking and Processing of components.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Preparation of components for surface treatment including but not limited to, masking, media blasting & waxing

• Process components following detailed process instructions / data sheets

• Record processing times and outcomes from surface treatment operations

• Promote a safety-first culture

• Supporting Continuous Improvement within the Surface Treatment department and the general business

Reporting Structure

• Process Operatives report to the Treatments Management

Person Specification - Essential

• Ability to follow Process Instructions

• A Key eye for detail

• Willing to train and learn new skills

• Strong Team Player

• High attention to detail with strong quality awareness

• Minimum of 3 years direct and relevant experience in s Surface Treatment Environment

Person Specification – Desirable

• Experience of an Aerospace Processing Environment

• Qualifications in Chemistry (GCSE and above)

• IMF Foundation / Technician Qualification

For further information on the role, or a general chat about other opportunities, please call Liam Edwards on 01453 832468. Alternatively, please email your CV to liam.edwards@ess-emp.co.uk

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