NDT Operator Level 1

Magellan Aerospace; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an NDT Operator Level 1, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and reliability of aircraft components. This exciting position involves non-destructive testing using advanced methods, requiring strong attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols. You will be part of a dedicated team that values integrity and collaboration, contributing to the aerospace industry's future. With a commitment to employee development, this role offers excellent career progression opportunities in a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance and recognizes individual contributions. If you are passionate about quality and safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Work-life balance

Mental health support

Business performance related bonus

Career development opportunities

Continued learning and development

Perkbox discounts

Long Service Awards

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths & English required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct non-destructive testing of aircraft components.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Operate chemical process lines and maintain equipment.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Integrity

Collaboration

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English

Tools

SAP

MRP

Crane

Job description

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for an NDT Operator Level 1.

• Full Time Permanent Contract
• 42 hours per week average – working 24/7 days/nights shift pattern
• Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
• Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.

Non-destructive testing of aircraft components using methods such as penetrate flaw detection, hardness, conductivity to customer specifications. This involves the interpretation and operation of test methods & calibration of equipment in order to achieve accurate results to certify the parts. Failure to do so may result in defected parts entering service which may cause disruption and lead to cost to the business, and aircraft failure.

Perks and Benefits

• A company culture that promotes work life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking

Essential Responsibilities

Safety

• Must comply with relevant Environment, Health and Safety legislation and company policies, procedures and safe working systems
• Ensure a safe working environment & practices are maintained and compliance to site HSE standards
• Follow risk assessments, COSHH assessments, manual handling assessments and CAR reports
• Responsible for completing all accident investigations and approving appropriate actions.
• Perform visual inspection of work area to obtain a 6S score daily and ensure the work area is maintained to 6S standards
• To complete pre-use checks of all equipment to ensure that it is safe and fit to use, including daily RPE checks to ensure that all breathing equipment
• To check that all airlines are in good condition and not showing signs of fatigue.

Quality

• Visual inspection for defects such as but not limited to damage, corrosion
• Visually inspect parts against engineering drawings
• Ensure measuring equipment is calibrated before use
• Carry out daily process confirmation checks
• Responsible for completing and documenting daily checks of all operators RPE
• Participate in both internal and external audits of the NDT process
• Verify parts are correct to the job card and processed following customer specifications
• Responsible for identifying any failures with parts, completion of NCR forms and escalating to the Line Manager for rectification work
• Ensure that processes and procedures are followed to ensure all tasks are performed efficiently and to the required quality standard

Cost

• To complete the relevant PPM’s and scheduled maintenance tasks such as changing filters

Delivery

• Operate Crane
• Chemically clean and etch components
• Jig components
• Operate manual semi-auto and automated chemical process lines and ovens
• Apply penetrants and wash off
• The operator will be responsible for schedule, deliver and record data
• The job has responsibility for cross checking that all of the prior operations have been completed prior to commencing this operation

People

• Behaviours to be in line and support company values
• To complete all mandatory E-learning courses
• To attend daily SQCDP meetings

Position Requirements

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum of 5 GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English.
• Good verbal and written communication (passed numeracy & literacy exam)
• Excellent vision requirements (passed vision exam)

Desirable Criteria:

• SAP or MRP experience
• Crane licence

Other skills/Abilities

Attributes:

• To have Integrity
• Respectful to others
• Creative in finding ways to do things better
• Act ethically in all you do
• Collaborate well with others

Competencies:

• High level of integrity
• Show initiative
• Collaboration
• Accuracy
• Attention to detail

About us:

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!