The purpose of this role is to operate and set up advanced machinery across multiple departments within our aerospace manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will be a time-served apprentice with proven expertise in 5th axis routing, vacuum forming, sheet metal processing, and machine shop operations, ensuring the highest quality production standards are consistently met.
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.
Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.
In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.
The purpose of this role is to operate and set up advanced machinery across multiple departments within our aerospace manufacturing facility (night shift)
Key Responsibilities will include:
-Set up, calibrate, and operate a range of CNC and manufacturing equipment, including:
5th axis router machines and thermal formers (Vacuum Forming department)
Amada laser combi machines and press brake forming machines (Sheet Metal department)
Mazak 5th axis and Bridgeport 3 axis machines (Machine Shop)
-Select and install the correct tooling to efficiently and accurately produce aerospace components.
-Interpret and apply engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to achieve precise machining and forming outcomes.
-Conduct thorough inspections of parts and components to ensure compliance with stringent aerospace quality and dimensional standards.
-Diagnose and resolve machine issues swiftly to minimize production downtime.
-Ensure all operations adhere strictly to safety regulations and company policies.
-Collaborate closely with engineering, quality assurance, and production teams to optimize manufacturing processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.
-Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced operators and trainees, sharing expertise and best practices.
-Maintain accurate records of machine setups, maintenance, and quality inspections.
Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages. This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment.
We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application.
We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Seats an inclusive place to work.
Candidate skills:
-Proven experience as a CNC Machine Setter (ideally in aerospace or high precision manufacturing). -
-Strong knowledge of CNC programming, setup and tooling.
- Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
-Skilled in operating advanced CNC machinery (including multi axis / 5 axis equipment).
- High attention to detail with a strong quality and continuous improvement mindset
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you! Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future.
There are four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:
* We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
* We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
* We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
* We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues