Blade operator

IF1200 GE Aviation Systems Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Holiday 26 days

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Blade Operator at Dowty to operate blade finishing equipment, load/unload blades, and perform precision inspections. The role requires strict adherence to safety and quality standards and BPSS clearance. The candidate should be able to work various shifts, including nights.

Experience in aerospace manufacturing and ability to read technical drawings are advantageous. The position offers a pathway within a world-leading jet engines and components provider, with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or certification in painting, or a related field is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, etc.).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Willingness to work various shifts, including nights, as required by production schedules.
• Prior experience in the aerospace or automotive industry is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor blade manufacturing processes, including blade finishing equipment, paint and poly processes.
• Load and unload finished blades, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
• Perform routine machine adjustments and preventative maintenance as required.
• Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring tools to verify product specifications and quality.
• Document production data, including quantities, defects, and process parameters, accurately and thoroughly.
• Adhere strictly to all safety protocols, including wearing PPE and following Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient production environment.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to optimize production processes and meet output targets.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and training programs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Depth gauges

Job description

Job Description Summary As a Blade Operator at Dowty, a GE Aerospace company, you will be responsible for operating specialized machinery to manufacture and finish high-quality propeller blades. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and adherence to strict safety and quality standards to ensure the production of critical aerospace components.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor various blade manufacturing processes, including but not limited to blade finishing equipment, paint and poly processes.
• Load and unload finished blades, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
• Perform routine machine adjustments and preventative maintenance as required.
• Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges) to verify product specifications and quality.
• Document production data, including quantities, defects, and process parameters, accurately and thoroughly.
• Adhere strictly to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient production environment.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to optimize production processes and meet output targets.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and training programs.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or certification in painting, or a related field is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, etc.).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Willingness to work various shifts, including nights, as required by production schedules.
• Prior experience in the aerospace or automotive industry is an advantage.

Flexible Working

GE Aerospace supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. As a new joiner to GE Aerospace, we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.