Aerospace Surface Finisher, Special Processes

Marshall; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday

Pension matching 9%

Job summary

Marshall Group is seeking a Special Processes Fitter to apply surface finishes to aerospace components in accordance with engineering data and OEM quality requirements.

You will work within a focused team to meet schedules, keep records up to date, and uphold safety and environmental standards while contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or equivalent training in manufacturing or related field.
• Experience with NADCAP/OEM quality expectations is advantageous.
• Ability to read and apply detailed engineering drawings and instructions.
• Commitment to high quality and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate painting and surface finishing processes per engineering data.
• Ensure timely delivery and maintain area compliance (5S, HSE).
• Maintain area housekeeping, track job bookings and productivity.
• Collaborate with team to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

High energy

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

On-time delivery

Problem solving

Education

Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds

Significant field experience

Ability to read engineering drawings

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

IFS manufacturing software

Job description

Why join Marshall in this role?

Join a team that plays a critical role in maintaining the quality, compliance, and performance of our aerospace manufacturing processes. As a Special Processes Fitter at Marshall you’ll apply surface finish to manufactured components and assemblies to engineering data and in accordance with internal and external OEM quality requirements

Accountability

• Accountable for own work quality to ensure is meets the requirements called up on the engineering data
• Accountable for the safe, compliant, efficient, timely delivery of manufactured parts through special processes
• Supports the wider Special Processes team to ensure overall adherence to priorities and targets
• Help drive productivity and efficiency improvements across team and wider business
• Engage were possible with Continuous Improvement activities
• Supports the Senior Technician Special Processes
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Working to a schedule of work to meet on-time delivery and to the required quality requirements.
• Ensure job bookings and clocking’s are up to date daily
• Responsible for husbandry of allocated area ensuring that all procedural requirements are met (e.g., area audits)
• Demonstrated clear understanding of productivity and cost drivers
• Responsible for own effective management of Safety, Health, and Environmental aspects
• Understanding of productivity and cost drivers
• Process the manufacturing activities in accordance with the schedules and priorities within own area
• Understand the importance of on time delivery of parts and assemblies
  
  

Tasks:

• Painting of Aerospace metallic and composite manufactured parts, including sub-assemblies
• Application of paints to be applied in accordance with internal & external approvals including NADCAP & OEM requirements.
• Ensure on time delivery is maintained within your own area
• Ensure own area is kept compliant i.e., 5’s, H&S etc
• ensure all work is completed in accordance with the engineering data
• Effectively manage the progressive clearance of shop order operation of own work
• Maintain own approvals via department QC
  
  

Capability

Behavioural Competencies:

• High energy, able to balance conflicting priorities and demands
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly resilient and takes responsibility
• Confident Team Manager
• Committed to on time delivery
  
  

Technical Competencies:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft i.e., Word, Excel
• High degree of understanding and awareness of Manufacturing software solutions, e.g., IFS,
  
  

Education:

• Apprenticeship, including NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds or equivalent training
• Significate experience in own field
• The ability to accurately follow detailed engineering drawings, work instructions and specifications
• Demonstrate a commitment to the highest standards of quality at work Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
  
  

Experience:

• Understanding of NADCAP, Boeing and Lockheed Martin engineering requirements would be an advantage, but training will be given to the successful applicant.
• Preferably worked within an organization that practised continuous improvement.
  
  

Are you eligible for a guaranteed interview? If you identify as disabled under the Disability Confident Scheme, a care leaver, have experience in care, or are a member/veteran of the armed forces, you may qualify. If you meet the essential criteria for the role, reach out to [e-mail].

A Resourcing team member will respond to you as soon as possible.

Competitive salary and remuneration package including, 27 days holiday, pension contributions matched up to 9%

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