About us
Sylatech is a forward-thinking UK design and manufacturing business with 62 years of precision engineering heritage and an exciting future ahead.
We support a global customer base across demanding sectors including Aerospace, Defence, Space, Medical, Automotive and Construction, delivering high-quality custom engineering solutions where precision, reliability and innovation matter.
Our business is on a significant growth trajectory, backed by a strong order book and continued investment in our people, equipment and capabilities. This creates real opportunities for skilled individuals who want to build a long-term career in advanced manufacturing.
At Sylatech, you will join a committed, supportive team with a shared sense of purpose. Teamwork, quality and involvement are central to how we work, and we encourage everyone to contribute ideas, make a difference and share in our success.
Purpose of the role
In this role, you will carry out fettling and finishing operations on precision castings to ensure components meet the required quality, dimensional and customer standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Remove cast defects, fins and excess material using appropriate air tools, hand files and finishing equipment.
- Remove cast gates and sprues using linishers and other designated equipment, working to the required finish and process instructions.
- Drill, size and shot blast castings in line with works orders, drawings and production requirements.
- Follow customer specifications, route cards, work instructions and quality standards at every stage of the process.
- Carry out visual checks, identify defects or non-conformances and escalate concerns to the appropriate team leader.
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, PPE use and housekeeping in a busy manufacturing environment.
What we are looking for
You will be practical, safety-conscious and quality-focused, with a methodical approach to your work. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but a positive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to doing work correctly are equally important.
Required abilities
- Ability to follow work instructions, customer standards and quality requirements accurately.
- Good understanding of health and safety responsibilities, particularly when working with machinery, air tools and other high-risk equipment.
- Attention to detail and pride in producing consistent, high-quality work with an ability to complete production documentation accurately.
- Good team player, communication and time-management skills, with the ability to work reliably to production schedules.
- Use PPE correctly and maintain a safe, tidy and organised work area.
Desirable abilities
- Previous experience in fettling, linishing, grinding, shot blasting, drilling or finishing cast metal components.
- Experience in precision engineering, investment casting, aerospace, defence or other quality-critical manufacturing environments.
Working hours
Monday to Thursday, 07:00–17:30 (40 hours per week).
What we offer
- Competitive pay aligned with local manufacturing production roles.
- Permanent employment with a growing advanced manufacturing business.
- Company pension, enhanced holiday entitlement, sickness benefit, and death in service.
- Employee referral bonus, free onsite parking, Cycle to Work scheme.
Why join us
This is an opportunity to join a respected specialist engineering business and build practical skills in precision casting production. You will become part of a team focused on quality, safety, teamwork and continuous improvement, with structured training and long-term career prospects.
How to apply
Please send your up-to-date CV and any supporting information to lisamitchell@sylatech.com
Closing date
The closing date for applications to this role is: 16 October 2026
Equal opportunities statement
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone is treated with fairness and respect.
