Nightshift Hand Tool Operator

Morson Group; Burnley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Nacelles, in partnership with Morson Group, is seeking a Nightshift Hand Tool Operator in Burnley to perform hand routing and finishing on aerospace components. The role requires working nights, following precise work instructions, and contributing to right-first-time manufacturing.

The position offers training with a 12-month duration and potential for temp-to-perm progression, working with carbon fibre, aluminium, steel and titanium materials.

Qualifications

• Experience with hand routing, trimming, drilling, and finishing on aerospace components.
• Willingness to work night shift and adapt to shift patterns.
• Reliable and punctual with good team interaction.
• Commitment to quality and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform hand routing, trimming, drilling, sanding, and finishing on composite and metallic components.
• Set up, adjust, and operate machining equipment, tooling, fixtures, and templates.
• Conduct in-process inspections and ensure conformance to drawings and specs.
• Complete production records accurately and follow all safety/quality procedures.

Skills

Hand routing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Morson are proud to be working in partnership with Safran Nacelles ( https://www.safran-group.com/companies/safran-nacelles ) to recruit for a Nightshift Hand Tool Operator at their site in Burnley

Role Overview:

Working as part of the nightshift production team the Hand Tool Operators role primarily involves carrying out hand routing and material finishing operations on composite and metallic aerospace components. The position involves removing excess material, trimming components and preparing parts to the required standard using approved hand tools, equipment and work instructions. The Hand Tool Operator plays a key role in supporting these objectives by producing high-quality aerospace components safely, efficiently, and right first time

Rates:

Night Shift pays £22.09 *plus £2.47 holiday pay per hour* (£24.56 per hour in total) PAYE or £29.36 per hour Umbrella

Shift Pattern / Working Hours:

4 weeks training on days (£16.99 per hour whilst on days) then moving onto permanent night shift *Nights is 8pm – 6am Monday to Wednesday then 8pm – 5am Thursday*

Address: Bancroft Rd, Burnley BB10 2TQ

Duration: initially for 12 months but strong temp to perm prospects for right candidate

Duties:

• Perform hand routing, trimming, drilling, sanding, and finishing operations on composite and metallic components.
• Work with materials including:
  • Carbon Fibre Composites
  • Aluminium
  • Steel
  • Titanium
• Set up, adjust, and operate machining equipment, tooling, fixtures, and templates.
• Select appropriate cutting tools and machining parameters to achieve required tolerances and surface finishes.
• Work to approved work instructions, engineering drawings, specifications, templates, and fixtures.
• Conduct in-process inspections using appropriate measuring equipment.
• Ensure all products conform to customer, engineering, and quality requirements.
• Accurately complete production documentation and manufacturing records.
• Support continuous improvement and right-first-time manufacturing initiatives.
• Follow all company Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment in accordance
• equipment safely and responsibly with 5S standards.
• Support colleagues and share best practice across manufacturing areas.
• Contribute positively to team Identify and escape any risks, hazards, quality concerns, or safety issues relating to product, process, or people using company reporting tools and processes.
• Participate in risk assessments, safety observations, and continuous improvement activities.
• Work collaboratively as part of the Composite & Sheet performance, productivity, and delivery targets.
• Participate in training and skills development activities as required.

Skills/Experience:

• Prior experience using hand routing, trimming, drilling, and finishing hands tools
• Keen hard-working attitude
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training
• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team
• Positive attitude towards quality, safety and continuous improvement
• Good practical ability and an interest in hands-on work
• standards.

DESIRABLE:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, engineering or aerospace environment
• Previous experience working with composite or metallic materials

About Safran:

We’re a leader in the worldwide nacelle market for aircraft engines. Through our unrivalled technological expertise, we integrate nacelle components to optimise the performance of aircraft propulsion systems. We continually strive to make our products lighter, quieter, smarter and easier to maintain

We want Safran Nacelles to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks. We’re committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Nacelles an inclusive place to work.