Composite Trimmer

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Brackley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday

Company pension

Christmas shutdown

Free onsite parking

Job summary

A leading composite trimming specialist in the automotive and motorsport sector is seeking an experienced Composite Trimmer for a permanent role. You will trim, finish and prepare carbon fibre components to meet strict quality standards in a busy production environment.

Responsibilities include reading engineering drawings, following job cards, performing surface prep, inspecting parts for defects and maintaining health and safety practices with carbon fibre materials.

Qualifications

• Experience trimming composite materials in the automotive sector.
• Strong manual dexterity with trimming tools (e.g. Dremels, sanders).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and follow job cards.

Responsibilities

• Trim and finish composite components using hand tools, power tools and cutting equipment according to engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow job cards to ensure accurate part preparation.
• Perform surface preparation including sanding, deburring and edge finishing to meet tolerances and cosmetic standards.
• Inspect components for defects and deviations, escalating issues as needed.
• Work with carbon fibre, resins, adhesives and gel coats while maintaining safety and PPE protocols.

Skills

Composite materials handling

Manual dexterity

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork / independence

Time management

Tools

Dremel

Sanding tools

Grinding tools

Job description

Schedule: Permanent | Monday to Friday 0800 - 1630

Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing (Automotive & Formula One)

The Opportunity

Our client who are a leading manufacturing company working with luxury automotive and motor sport clients are expanding their manufacturing team and are looking for experienced Composite Trimmers. As part of the trimming team, you will be responsible for trimming, finishing and preparing composite carbon fibre components to meet strict quality standards.

The Role

As a Composite Trimmer a typical day will be the following

Trim and finish composite components using hand tools, power tools, and cutting equipment according to engineering specifications.

Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow specific job cards to ensure accurate part preparation.

Perform surface preparation, including sanding, deburring, and edge finishing, to achieve required tolerances and cosmetic standards.

Inspect components for defects, inconsistencies, or deviations, escalating issues when necessary.

Work with composite materials such as carbon fibre, resins, adhesives, and gel coats.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment, following all health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements.

Skills and attributes

To be considered for this role, the successful candidate will have the following

• Be an experienced Composite Trimmer who has worked with composite materials within the automotive sector ideally producing parts for F1 or luxury high performance cars.
• Strong manual dexterity and confidence using trimming tools (e.g Dremels, sanders, knives, grinders).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions.
• Have an excellent attention to detail and have a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a very busy production environment.
• Able to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

What's on Offer

• Monday - Thursday working + overtime
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Christmas shutdown
• Free onsite parking

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