Panels Surface Treatments Technician

European Foundation for Business Qualification (EFBQ); Stevenage; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Panels Surface Treatments Technician to join their dynamic AIT Operations team. This role involves consistently producing high-quality products, adhering to safety and quality standards, and supporting various operational tasks. Candidates with a background in industries such as Space, Aerospace, Automotive, or Motorsport will excel in this collaborative environment, offering opportunities for training and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ability to work from detailed drawings and electronic work instructions.
• Experience working to procedures with checkpoints/quality gates.
• Background in Space, Aerospace, Automotive, or Motorsport.
• Ability to work at height and mix paint compounds.

Responsibilities

• Consistently produce high-quality products according to standards.
• Follow compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Promote Cleanroom Regulations and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Component masking

Spray painting

Grit blasting

Crane operation

Acid etching

Surface treatments

Adhesive mixing and measuring

Industrial oven usage

Job description

About the Role: Are you passionate about creating high-quality products? Join our dynamic AIT Operations team as a Panels Surface Treatments Technician! You'll play a crucial role in producing top-notch items that meet all quality standards, while working in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Consistently produce high-quality products in line with production plans and quality standards.
• Follow local document systems (LDS) and comply with health and safety requirements.
• Promote and adhere to Cleanroom Regulations and 5S policies.
• Report progress to the Lead Technician/Team Lead and contribute to shop floor meetings.
• Support continuous improvement activities and provide guidance to trainees.
• Be flexible and adaptable across MAIT operational teams, supporting various tasks as needed.
• Occasionally work off-site, both within the UK and abroad.
• Participate in shift handovers to ensure smooth job progression.
• Attend and complete training sessions as required.
  
  

Essential

Skills and Experience:

• Ability to work from detailed drawings and electronic work instructions.
• Experience working to procedures with checkpoints/quality gates.
• Background in industries such as Space, Aerospace, Automotive, or Motorsport.
• Ability to work at height and mix paint compounds to manufacturer's criteria.
  
  

Desirable

• Over 3 years' experience in toolmaking, sheet metal working, or similar technician roles.
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment and leading team activities.
• Proficiency in masking components, using spraying equipment, and maintaining spray booths and ovens.
• Awareness of waste disposal management.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Component masking
• Spray painting
• Grit blasting
• Crane operation
• Acid etching
• Surface treatments
• Adhesive mixing and measuring
• Industrial oven usage
  
  

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