Aerospace Laminator

Eaton; South Somerset; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton in the United Kingdom is seeking an adaptable lay-up and testing technician to support aerospace/industrial manufacturing. You will follow defined engineering methods, carry out lay-up and tests, and ensure compliance with quality procedures.

You will complete surveys and repairs to agreed practices, apply lean manufacturing concepts, and contribute to safety improvements. You’ll work with the team, attend start and end of shift meetings, and escalate issues promptly to the Production

Qualifications

• Interpersonal and personal skills required.
• Experience in aerospace/automotive environment preferred.
• Must be task/achievement focussed.
• Good practical skills with high manual dexterity.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and keep records.

Responsibilities

• Lay-up and tests product to agreed engineering methods and processes.
• Complete surveys and repairs to agreed practices.
• Support quality procedures and compliance.
• Attend start and end of shift meetings to understand targets and issues.
• Escalate issues to Production Supervisor promptly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Lean manufacturing

Quality procedures

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Team communication

Education

Recognised apprenticeship or equivalent depth

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

What you’ll do:Lay-up and tests product to agreed engineering methods and processesSupports and conforms to Quality procedures to maintain compliance, byinsuring adherence to the defined processes and procedures.Task ManagementLay-up and tests product to agreed engineering methods and processesComplete surveys and repairs to agreed practicesSupports and conforms to Quality procedures to maintain compliance, by ensuring adherence to the defined processes and procedures.AutonomyIs able to carry out lay-up tasks without supervision.ImprovementsWorks 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 teamContributes to the continuous development of the safety, health and environment requirements within the team’s work areaPeople ManagementActively 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 SupervisorCommunicationAttends start of shift meeting with team 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 metEscalation of issues to Production Supervisor in timely mannerQualifications:Skills:Interpersonal & PersonalPrevious experience in Aerospace/Automotive environment preferredPrevious experience within ISO9001, AS9100 approved organisationsMust be task/achievement focussedGood practical skills with a high level of manual dexterityGood concentration levels, attention to detail and methodical approachThe ability to follow written and verbal instructions and accurately keep recordsComputer literate, Windows based – good oral and written skillsA safety-conscious approach to workFunctional - QualityQuality - Measurement Tools/TechniquesFunctional - Supply ChainHealth & Safety - Continuous ImprovementHealth & Safety - Incident & Near Miss InvestigationProduction - Manufacturing Process KnowledgePDR - Core Personal & InterpersonalManaging Stress and PressureSelf Confidence Further competencies will be provided via the competency and skills matrix, and linked to the relevant job levelUnderstands and is able to perform a number of tasks within the teamHas completed a recognised apprenticeship or experience to equivalent depth, and or breadth. Able to demonstrate relevant experience within the skill group