Job Title: Prep & Cleaner
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
For over 60 years, our client has been driving innovation in ultra-high vacuum (UHV) technology, supporting cutting-edge research across the globe. From NASA and the European Space Agency to CERN, our high-precision products are trusted by world-leading institutions and researchers to deliver results.
About the Role
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Prep & Cleaner to join their team. This is a hands-on role focused on preparing, cleaning, inspecting, and finishing precision components to high standards.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Hailsham, East Sussex
For over 60 years, our client has been driving innovation in ultra-high vacuum (UHV) technology, supporting cutting-edge research across the globe. From NASA and the European Space Agency to CERN, our high-precision products are trusted by world-leading institutions and researchers to deliver results.
About the Role
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a Prep & Cleaner to join their team. This is a hands-on role focused on preparing, cleaning, inspecting, and finishing precision components to high standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Clean, inspect, package, and label components, sub-assemblies, and finished products to ultra-high vacuum (UHV) standards
- Carry out leak testing on chambers
- Perform bead blasting to remove surface deposits and achieve high-quality finishes
- Identify and report any faults or defects
- Work to deadlines while maintaining quality standards
- Maintain a clean and organised workspace
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures
- Support with additional tasks as required
- Experience working to detailed cleaning or technical standards (UHV experience desirable)
- Knowledge of working with chemicals and associated safety procedures
- Ability to read and follow work instructions
- Experience using abrasive materials in a cleaning or finishing environment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to work to deadlines without compromising standards
- Awareness of on-time delivery requirements
- Bead blasting experience is advantageous
- Motivated and enthusiastic
- Strong team player
- Able to follow instructions accurately
- Positive and proactive attitude
- Reliable with good timekeeping
- Willing to contribute to continuous improvement
- Interest in engineering or technology is beneficial
- Opportunity to work with a well-established and innovative client
- Supportive team environment
- Training and development opportunities
- Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including half day finish on Fridays