Senior Trimmer Job Summary: The Senior Trimmer carries out and oversees trimming and polishing operations to ensure parts meet finish, quality and delivery requirements. The role focuses on correct set up, effective task control, inspection compliance and day to day support of operators to maintain safe, efficient production. Hours & Days of Work including shift:- 37.5 hours, Mon - Fri Role Purpose Responsible for ensuring all polishing and trimming operations are carried out safely, efficiently and to the required quality standard, supporting delivery to customer requirements and overall production targets. Key Duties and Responsibilities • Plan and organise work within the trimming area to meet customer demand and maximise throughput. • Ensure all scheduled production dates are achieved, proactively managing priorities to maintain flow. • Identify, communicate and escalate any expected or actual variations against schedule in a timely manner. • Set up and operate trimming and polishing equipment to achieve the specified surface finish and dimensional requirements. • Ensure all inspection activities are carried out in accordance with inspection plans and that all required documentation is accurately completed. • Identify and report quality issues, including those attributed to other functions, ensuring relevant non conformance documentation is raised and communicated appropriately. • Ensure all work is carried out in full compliance with company procedures, engineering requirements, and Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) standards. • Take responsibility for the training, mentoring and development of trimming personnel, ensuring initial competency, ongoing skills development and task authorisation are maintained. • Liaise closely with colleagues, Area Leader, Supervisors and cross functional teams (e.g. Quality, Engineering, Planning) to support efficient production and issue resolution. • Support continuous improvement activities within the trimming area, including improvements to quality, efficiency, standardisation and housekeeping (5S). • Undertake additional tasks, including work in other operational areas, as requested by the Operations Manager, within the limits of capability and training. General Responsibilities; • Comply with all company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements. • Read and understand the requirements on the Job Card for the operation to be carried out. • Ensure that all the documentation required to carry out the operation in accordance with the Job Card is available at the point of use and at the correct revision. • Read and understand all manufacturing instructions prior to commencing an operation, this includes Machine and Tooling Set Up Packs as required, Engineering Drawings, Data Cards, Inspection Plans etc. • Use of all measuring equipment as defined within Inspection Plans to check conformance to requirements. • Carry out in process inspection in accordance with relevant inspection plans to ensure that components are conforming prior to passing on to subsequent operations. • Ensure that components identified as non-conforming during in process inspection are identified and communicated in accordance with the Non-Conformance Procedure. • Complete all work booking requirements within the MRP system to ensure accurate WIP records. • Follow work handling and storage instructions to prevent damage to components. • Support Root Cause Analysis activities when non-conformance occurs to prevent reoccurrence. • Carry out and record all TPM activities in accordance with the specified schedule for the equipment being operated. • Ensure that work areas are tidy, cleaned and maintained in accordance with 5S requirements. • Engage and contribute to Continuous Improvement activities to maximise efficiency. • Comply with all company procedures and policies. From time to time, you may be required to perform other duties as requested by your Line Manager, and whilst not listed above, these duties will be appropriate to the level of responsibility held and to the scope of the role as defined. PERSON SPECIFICATION • Extensive experience in metal trimming and polishing operations, ideally within an aerospace, precision engineering or regulated manufacturing environment. • Strong understanding of surface finish requirements, drawing interpretation and engineering tolerances. • Competent in the use of hand held and fixed trimming and polishing equipment. • Proven ability to set up equipment accurately and consistently to achieve repeatable, high quality outputs. • Sound knowledge of inspection techniques and use of measuring equipment. • Demonstrated ability to identify defects, non conformances and process issues, with a focus on right first time delivery. • Experience in training, coaching or mentoring other operators. • Ability to plan workload, prioritise tasks and manage time effectively in a fast paced production environment. • Strong communication skills, with confidence to raise concerns, escalate issues and collaborate across functions. • Good level of IT literacy for completion of production, quality and training records. • High attention to detail, with a disciplined and safety focused approach to work. • Flexible and adaptable, with willingness to support other areas when required What's on offer - Competitive hourly rate - 3-6 months contract - must have the right to work in the UK Interested then please apply without delay