Composite Trimmer Lates

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Brackley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monday - Thursday + overtime

31 days holiday (including bank)

Company pension scheme

Christmas shutdown

Free onsite parking

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company serving luxury automotive and motorsport clients is expanding its manufacturing team and seeks experienced Composite Trimmers. You will trim, finish and prepare carbon fibre components to meet strict quality standards in a busy production environment.

Responsibilities include interpreting drawings, using hand and power tools, and maintaining high attention to detail while working to tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experienced Composite Trimmer with automotive sector exposure (preferably F1 or luxury high-performance cars).
• Strong manual dexterity with trimming tools (Dremel, sanders, knives, grinders).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and follow job cards precisely.

Responsibilities

• Trim and finish composite components using hand and power tools according to engineering specifications.
• Read and interpret technical drawings and follow job cards for accurate part preparation.
• Perform surface preparation including sanding, deburring and edge finishing to meet tolerances and cosmetic standards.
• Inspect components for defects and escalate issues when necessary.
• Work with carbon fibre, resins, adhesives and gel coats.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with PPE and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Composite Trimmer

Manual dexterity

Interpret technical drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Deadline-driven

Tools

Dremel

Sanders

Knife

Grinder

Job description

Schedule: Permanent | Monday to Thursday 1630 - 0230 Late shift

Salary: £35360 Per annum + Overtime + 20% shift allowance

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