Machine Setter - Night Shift

Cwmbran
9 hours ago
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The purpose of this role is the manufacture of machined components by setting and operating CNC lathes and various 3 & 5 axis vertical machining centres (night shift). Maintain quality through routine in process checks and adherence to all HSE requirements as per defined standards.

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.

The purpose of this role is the manufacture of machined components by setting and operating CNC lathes and various 3 & 5 axis vertical machining centres (night shift). Maintain quality through routine in process checks and adherence to all HSE requirements as per defined standards.

Key Responsibilities will include:

-Download programs from the file server

-Setup CNC tooling assemblies and maintain tool management system

-Setup and run CNC machining centres

-Prove out new NPI programs

-Use Vernier's, thread gauges, plug gauges and other inspection equipment to

monitor tolerance requirements as defined in the engineering data.

-Perform daily / weekly maintenance tasks in accordance with machine centre

maintenance plan

-Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

-Participate in continuous improvement activities

-Complete all necessary paper work as required.

-Routine machine side OEE data entry

-Work with production manager & programming team to seek opportunities to

improve processes and reduce cycle times

-Support team colleagues

-Maintain good housekeeping in accordance with 5S processes and practices

-Take responsibility for quality of own output

-Perform other tasks as reasonably requested by your production manager.

What We'll Offer

As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive:

-33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

-Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.

-Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.

-Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme

-4 x Life Assurance

-Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.

-Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme

-Annual share save schemes.

-Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements

-Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools

-Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent

No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you!

Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future.

There are four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:

-We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business

-We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future

-We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate

-We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues

Please apply and submit your CV today! Once your CV has been reviewed, we will contact you with the next stages.

This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment.

We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible and inclusive. As part of our commitment with Disability Confident Employers, we may offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post. We strive to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment. Let us know if you need support to showcase your talents or require any reasonable adjustments with your application.

We're committed to building a strong, diverse workforce and making Safran Seats an inclusive place to work.

Candidate skills:

-Indentured apprentice or equivalent modern apprenticeship.

-Experienced in setting and running 3 axis & 5 axis vertical machining centres and CNC lathes.

-Experience with manual mills and manual lathes.

-NVQ Level 2+3 Mechanical Engineering or BTEC National Diploma Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).

-Ability to use a wide range of IMTE for inspection of completed components.

-Quality focused with strong attention to detail; willing to support continuous improvement

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