Technician I - Scribe Operator

GKN Aerospace; Redcar; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace seeks a Technician I for weekend night shifts in Redcar, UK. Responsibilities include assembly, inspection, and maintenance of aerospace components, requiring hands-on tools experience and the ability to read schematics. Join a diverse team committed to sustainability and cutting-edge aerospace innovation.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience using hand tools and measuring tools.
• 1 year of experience reading blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder due to program security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operates machines, hand and power tools, gauges, and measuring instruments.
• Prepares parts for processing and maintains records for maintenance.
• Ensures a clean work environment and adheres to safety regulations.

Skills

Using hand tools

Reading blueprints

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Posted:

17.06.2025

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01.08.2025

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Job Description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

Under close supervision, responsibilities of the Technician I may include assembly, forming, finishing, material removal, inspection, rework and repair of assembly components and parts, per customer specification, maintenance of machine tools, hydraulic systems, CNC equipment, vacuum and electrical systems on equipment throughout the company. Includes, but not limited to, operation of machines, hand and power tools, gauges and measuring instruments, fabrication of temporary tooling, tooling maintenance and first level maintenance.

This is a WEEKEND NIGHT SHIFT: Friday-Sunday 4:00 PM - 4:00 AM

Job Responsibilities

• Identifies and evaluates patterns. Prior to removal of material, determines method to remove material to meet customer specification. Removal of material by tank media.
• Prepares parts for the tank by painting and patching and removing all required maskant for etch. Uses Exacto knife and scale to hand lay out patterns.
• Drilling, assembling rivets and brackets on segments and rings, trimming and paint touch-up.
• Deburrs and forms parts using expanders, hot dye presses and rolls.
• Masks parts as required by applying tape to holes, masking first cut parts and strip boards.
• Strips flanges with knife, loads parts using crane and runs laser program.
• Maintains records associated with periodic maintenance and orders spare/replacement parts as required.
• Maintains a clean work environment (including assigned storage and cleaning duties) in full compliance with company standards, customer and government regulations.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of a business culture supporting the company's overall objectives, including issues related to cost, quality, process, schedule, and people.
• Ensures the company's commitment to maintaining a safe workplace and protecting the environment through policy and compliance with government regulations.
• Fully complies with the GKN Aerospace Policy Statement on Contracting with the U.S. Government in all responsibilities involving direct and indirect contracting.
• Performs other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience using hand tools and measuring tools
• 1 year of experience reading blueprints, schematics, and diagrams
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder due to program security clearance requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• GKN Experience
• Experience working with hazardous materials and/or chemicals
• The ability to work as a team player as well as independently
• Knowledge and experience in troubleshooting or safety, quality, and technical issues
• Willingness to work in a repetitive production environment with concern for cost, quality, and schedule

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organization at the cutting edge of our industry, committed to pushing boundaries. With some of the best training in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that diverse minds who enjoy collaborating can achieve our ambitions. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and by living our five principles, we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Our culture earned us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. We embrace what makes us unique and encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please contact us.

We are the place where human dreams and endeavor shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.