Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.
Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems.
With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world's leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide.
Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.
What You'll Do
Role purpose (position scope)
Assembles and tests product to agreed engineering methods and processes.
Supports and conforms to Quality procedures to maintain compliance, by
insuring adherence to the defined processes and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Task Management
Assembles and tests product to agreed engineering methods and processes
Complete surveys and repairs to agreed practices
Supports and conforms to Quality procedures to maintain compliance, by ensuring adherence to the defined processes and procedures.
Autonomy
Is able to carry out assembly tasks without supervision.
Improvements
Works with team to identify and drive productivity and performance improvement opportunities to support cost reductions.
Has an understanding of lean manufacturing processes and works with team
Contributes to the continuous development of the safety, health and environment requirements within the team's work area
People Management
Actively supports and progresses his / her own development needs to ensure task flexibility via the use of Skills matrix.
Has an annual and interim PDR's with Production Supervisor
Communication
Attends start of shift meeting with team to to understand the teams targets, any key issues / problems and any other communications (e.g. visits, health & safety issues etc)
Attends end of shift meeting with team to review the shift and if targets and performance measures have been met
Escalation of issues to Production Supervisor in timely manner
To attain approved operator stamp with scope approval relevant to job role
Understanding lean methodology and principles
To complete tasks on-time and to the required standard
To minimise job card variances
To adhere to SHE requirements of the area. Co-operate with management to
meet the employer's legal duties and take reasonable care of their own health
and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions
Qualifications
Skills:
Understands and is able to perform a number of tasks within the team
Has completed a recognised apprenticeship or experience to equivalent depth, and or breadth. Able to demonstrate relevant experience within the skill group
The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods, and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process.