Fabric Cutter

Mane Contract Services; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mane Contract Services is seeking an experienced fabric cutter for aerospace interiors to prepare and cut premium materials with precision. You will follow cutting plans, inspect materials for defects and ensure correct batch information is recorded.

You will label, stack and move cut components for the next production stage. The role requires attention to detail, good manual dexterity and the ability to work both independently and as part of a production team, meeting production targets without

Qualifications

• Experience cutting materials in aerospace or similar manufacturing environments.
• Ability to read drawings, templates and cutting plans.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable and able to meet production targets without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

• Measure, mark and cut fabrics, foams, leather and other materials using templates, drawings and cutting plans.
• Operate manual cutting tools and any automated cutting equipment.
• Check materials for defects, damage, colour variation and correct batch information before cutting.
• Ensure all parts are cut to the required dimensions and tolerances.
• Label and organise cut components correctly for the next production process.
• Complete job cards, material records and traceability documentation.
• Use materials efficiently to minimise waste.
• Inspect finished work and report any quality concerns.
• Maintain tools and keep the cutting area clean, safe and organised.
• Follow company procedures for health and safety, quality and foreign object debris prevention.

Skills

Aerospace cutting

Measuring skills

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Independent work

Job description

Role overview

Prepare and cut specialist materials used in premium first-class and business-class aircraft interiors. Support the manufacture of lightweight aircraft panels and interior components. Work to high standards of quality, accuracy, safety and traceability.

Key responsibilities

• Measure, mark and cut fabrics, foams, leather and other materials using templates, drawings and cutting plans.
• Operate manual cutting tools and any automated cutting equipment.
• Check materials for defects, damage, colour variation and correct batch information before cutting.
• Ensure all parts are cut to the required dimensions and tolerances.
• Label and organise cut components correctly for the next production process.
• Complete job cards, material records and traceability documentation.
• Use materials efficiently to minimise waste.
• Inspect finished work and report any quality concerns.
• Maintain tools and keep the cutting area clean, safe and organised.
• Follow company procedures for health and safety, quality and foreign object debris prevention.

Skills and experience

• Previous cutting experience in aerospace, automotive, upholstery, furniture, textiles or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Good measuring skills and the ability to work accurately with dimensions.
• Ability to read drawings, templates and written work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused approach.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.
• Able to achieve production targets without compromising quality.
• Reliable, organised and willing to learn