HTRC Core Technician (12 Month FTC)
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The Vacancy
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is a globally recognised research and development organisation, bringing together world‑class engineers, technicians and scientists to lead innovation across advanced manufacturing. With facilities in Coventry, Oxford and Liverpool, the MTC supports hundreds of industrial partners across aerospace, automotive, rail, food & drink, construction, energy and more.
At HTRC—a state-of-the-art aerospace research facility—you’ll work within a unique environment focused on production‑scale experimentation, precision manufacturing and breakthrough process innovation.
About the Role
We’re hiring a Core Technician to join our expert Inspection team, specialising in ceramic core finishing and visual defect assessment for advanced components. Your work will directly support high‑precision manufacturing processes used in aerospace‑grade casting and engineering.
In this role, you will:
- Carry out accurate finishing and inspection tasks to ensure high‑quality, on‑time component delivery
- Follow work instructions and route cards meticulously, with zero deviation
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
- Contribute to continuous improvement and problem‑solving activities
- Support the wider inspection area as required
- Occasionally work at partner sites when necessary
Person Profile
Essential Skills & Experience
- Highly dexterous with strong attention to detail
- Committed to maintaining a safe working environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Hands‑on problem solver with a positive, proactive attitude
- Capable of following technical instructions and working to strict quality, cost and timing targets
- Able to handle confidential project information with professionalism
Desirable Skills
- Experience in visual inspection
- Knowledge of investment casting processes
- Familiarity with problem‑solving or root‑cause analysis tools
- Experience implementing improvement initiatives
What We Offer
Alongside competitive pay and pro‑rated benefits, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in a world‑class research facility, working with passionate experts and contributing to the development of next‑generation manufacturing technologies.
About The MTC
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe.
The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies.
Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness.
Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future.
The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.
Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable)
Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.
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