Autoclave Operator

Company: Gap Construction
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Location: Darwen
Job Description:

Autoclave Operator

Location: Blackburn

Schedule: Days Only (Mon‑Thu)

Competitive pay + benefits + overtime.

Responsibilities

  • Frequent communication to understand clear production plans so that objectives can be met.
  • Undertake manual loading, unloading, and curing of all parts/components in accordance with specifications.
  • Watch keeping of industrial machinery to ensure operations are carried out correctly.
  • Carry out the inspection of completed cure cycles and confirm that parts have passed or failed in accordance with specifications.
  • TPM (General Maintenance) of all autoclaves.
  • Maintenance and testing of all vacuum pipes and thermocouples.
  • Maintain compliance with all master processes and associated documents to ensure industry standards are upheld in the production of components.
  • Ensure performance within the team remains a high standard.
  • Monitor and maintain health and safety standards.
  • Adhere to procedures including Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and People (SQCDP).
  • Regular upkeep of records and documentation.

Qualifications

  • Grade C and/or above in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English (Desirable).
  • NVQ Level 2 in a manufacturing and/or engineering discipline (Desirable).
  • Demonstrable continuous professional development (Essential).
  • Machinery operation and/or engineering experience, or willingness to obtain experience within this environment.
  • Flexible attitude towards the role. Willingness to work in accordance with shift pattern and overtime when required.
  • Ability to work as part of the team whilst using own initiative to make autonomous decisions to ensure project deadline compliance.

Work Details

  • Location: Blackburn.
  • Schedule: Days Only (Mon‑Thu).
  • Competitive pay + benefits + overtime.

Closing date: 01/7/2026.

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Posted: June 13th, 2026