Operations Support - Paintshop

I00456 GE Aircraft Engine Services Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Aerospace Wales in Cardiff is seeking a production technician to apply specialist coatings to aircraft engine components. You will follow defined processes, maintain quality, and ensure on-time delivery to internal and external customers.

The role requires knowledge of cleaning and coating techniques, effective communication and teamwork, and a flexible approach for potential night shifts. You’ll work in a safe, compliant environment aligned with EASA Part-145 and BPSS standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of chemical cleaning processes and abrasive blast techniques.
• Knowledge of paint spraying and preparation.
• Effective communication skills.
• Good team player with flexible approach and effective interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce engine components through specified process functions according to OEM & SPM.
• Deliver a quality product on time to internal and external customers.
• Maintain production flow at all times.
• Comply with EASA Part-145 quality requirements.
• Follow EHS guidelines to ensure shop floor safety.
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure timely, efficient processes.
• Collaborate with all departments in a shop floor teaming environment.

Skills

Cleaning processes

Paint spraying

Communication skills

Team player

Decision making

Computer literacy

Tools

Windows-based packages

Job description

Job Description Summary

Working with live aircraft engine components, preparing and applying specialist coatings.

Roles and Responsibilities

• To produce engine components through numerous special process functions controlled by the OEM (Overhaul Engine Manual) & SPM (Standard Practices Manual)
• To Deliver a Quality Product on time to internal and external customers
• To ensure production flow is maintained at all time
• To work in accordance with the company's quality procedure: European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part-145 Requirements
• To follow strict EHS guide lines in all aspects of shop floor safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment
• To liaise with internal departments to ensure effective processes are used in a timely manner which supports their operations
• Willingness to operate collaboratively with all departments in a shop floor teaming environment

Qualifications/Requirements

• Knowledge of Chemical Cleaning Processes and abrasive Blast Process techniques
• Knowledge of Paint Spraying and Preparation
• Effective communication skills
• Good team player with flexible approach and effective interpersonal skills
• A responsible/self-motivated person, willing to make decisions
• Computer literacy skills, ideally with experience of windows based packages

Desired Characteristics

• Previous experience in Aircraft Engine industry
• Knowledge of Six Sigma or equivalent techniques
• Experience in Large Scale Production Environment
• Flexibility for potential night shift

Equal Opportunities

GE Aerospace Wales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace Wales is a Disability Confident Committed employer, and welcomes applications from disabled candidates. We are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment processes are accessible to all. Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment processes or would like to ask us a question please contact [e-mail]

Security Clearance

Security Clearance Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.