As a Skilled Lay Up Operator / Laminator in the aerospace industry, you will have the opportunity to join our client, a leading company in the sector. Your role will involve manufacturing various components using composite, glass, and honeycomb core materials. Utilizing manual laminating techniques, you will produce high-quality composite components for aircraft. Working as part of a larger multi-disciplined team within an automated cleanroom environment, you will contribute to the overall production process.

As a Skilled Operator, you will have an increased level of self-management and empowerment. You will need a disciplined approach to your work, problem-solving abilities, and a determination to succeed with the company. This permanent position offers stability and growth opportunities within the aerospace sector.

• Composites lay-up for a variety of types of panels, working to tight tolerances
• Reporting directly to the section Team Leader and participating within a team to ensure production requirements are achieved safely, on time, and to customer specifications
• Collaborating with Quality and Engineering departments to meet production requirements
• Operating under your own initiative with minimal supervision
• Reading and accurately following work instructions, specifications, and part drawings
• Approving your own work when requirements, drawings specifications, and standards have been fully achieved
• Accurately completing work route cards to maintain component traceability
• Contributing to reducing scrap levels within the business

Please note that this role involves physical activity, so applicants must be capable of undertaking the necessary tasks.

• Previous experience in composites detail manufacture and composite laminating
• Experience using composite carbon fibre and similar materials
• Time-served apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent in a recognized allied trade (significant industry experience will also be considered)
• Good level of dexterity
• Competence in numeracy and literacy skills, with the ability to read and understand technical documentation
• Good knowledge of health and safety practices
• Excellent communication skills
• Drive to succeed individually and as part of a team
• Positive approach to problem-solving
• Willingness to participate in training programs and procedures
• Strong focus on flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to learn
• Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
• Excellent timekeeping skills

Please see the current shifts available:

Nights:

• Starting salary: £35,342 (£28,274 + 25% shift allowance)
• Uplifted salary (once AO stamp obtained): £36,390 (£29,112 + 25% shift allowance)
• Hours: 22:30-6:00 (Mon-Thurs) / 18:00-01:30 (Fri)

If you have the relevant skillset and experience in composite manufacturing, lay-up operations, and laminating, we invite you to apply for this position now.