OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.
To program, set and manufacture small-batch aerospace components.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
* Responsible for setting/operating and manufacturing a variety of small-batch components from engineering drawings to within tight limits,
* Responsible for setting a variety of CNC and Manual Gear Cutting Machine Tools for operators as and when required,
* Responsible for manufacturing all components within the agreed timescales and in accordance with the manufacturing plan,
* Responsible for manufacturing components to the required quality standard,
* Responsible for ensuring that the Companys requirements for maintaining material traceability are met,
* Responsible for using a wide range of measuring equipment to check small-batch components after manufacture,
* Responsible for making sure that product is suitably protected at all times, including for transit,
* Responsible for making sure that all manufacturing paper work is filled out correctly,
* Responsible for mentoring new staff as required,
* Responsible for carrying out all tasks allocated by the Supervisor in a timely and efficient manner,
* To ensure that a high standard of housekeeping is maintained at all times,
* To support team members with other tasks as and when required,
* To help create and maintain a safe working environment and observe the published Health & Safety procedures,
* To carry out any other tasks where reasonable and relevant, when required
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Programming training courses
* Ability to set, program, and operate gear cutting machines
* Experience operating Gleason or Mikron gear cutting machines
* Ability to set and operate gear inspection equipment, including Goulder dual flank roll testers
* Ability to read engineering drawings and use measuring equipment
* Ability to edit programs
* Ability to work using Metric and Imperial
* Computer literate and methodical
* Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment
* Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:
* Maths/English GCSE, (or equivalent) at grade C or above xxuwjjq
* Engineering Apprenticeship (or equivalent)
* Experience sharpening and maintaining gear cutting tools, including hobs
* Experience working in Aerospace Industry
COMPANY BENEFITS:
* Health Care Cash Plan*
* Employee Assistance Programme*
* Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees (6% increasing to 7%)
* Enhanced holiday (24 days holiday in addition to UK bank and public holidays)
* Life Assurance
* Company Sick Pay Scheme*
* Flexitime
* Early finish on Fridays
* Sports and Social Club
* Free car parking
* Free access to a local gym**
* Onsite café**
(*Available after 1 yearofservice)
(** Based inRochford /Southend on Sea)