The post holder will be responsible for supporting Manufacturing Engineering activities in one or a combination of the following areas of responsibilities:
* Product design
* Process design
* Equipment/Tool design
* Production system design
* Automated systems and control
* Quality & continuous Improvement
Responsibilities
* Programming 3 and 5 axis CNC Milling Machines
* Cutting tool selection and work holding tool design
* Validating programming quality through part FAI
* Creation of machine set up sheets & operator work instructions.
* Improving and working to lean manufacturing process.
* Ensuring the safety of both employees and machinery
* Training / mentoring less experienced programmers within the department.
* Liaise with tooling and software manufacturers to drive Continuous Improvement.
* Investigate and apply techniques to reduce cycle times and explore new technology to improve workshop throughput.
Reward
* Competitive salary
* Annual bonus (linked to company performance)
* 33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
* 37.5 hours per week
* Flexi time working
* £5,000 employee referral bonus
* Health cash plan
* Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
* Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
* Electric Car Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary
* Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
* IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
* Women in Business - Corportate Member
* Wellbeing Initiatives
* Employee Recognition scheme
* Long Service Awards
* Local charity /sponsorship activities
* Dedicated employee parking
* Discounted Gym membership
* Learning and development opportunities
* Career progression
Requirements
Essential
* 3 years' machining experience
* 3 years' offline programming experience using a CAM package. (Mastercam Hypermill / Delcam / Catia or equivalent)
* Experience working within a lean Manufacturing environment
* Be able to read and interpret engineering drawings
* Possess strong computer skills to include all programs in the Microsoft Office Suite
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
* Good time management skills
* Flexible attitude to changing deadlines
Desirable
* Working knowledge of Fanuc and Heidenhain controls
* Relevant Manufacturing/Engineering degree or HND, BTec Professional Level 5 Award or equivalent NVQ Level 5 qualifications
We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.
Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.
The closing date for applications is the 1st February 2026 at 17:00
For further infomation contact careers@thompsonaero.com
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