Machinist, Turner (Gears)

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 Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

We're looking for skilled CNC Turners to join our 4th Generation Bevel Gear Cell at Safran Aerospace in Wolverhampton. This role offers the opportunity to work in both a brand-new, state-of-the-art machining facility and a well-established legacy environment with a high level of team expertise and support.

You'll be responsible for the setup, operation, and quality output of CNC turning machines, supporting both existing and new product introductions. This role will suit someone passionate about precision machining, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional product quality.

What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Set and operate CNC lathes, producing precision components to tight tolerances.
  
• Load and edit CNC programmes, adjusting offsets to maintain dimensional accuracy.
  
• Validate parts using precision measurement equipment (micrometers, Verniers, bore gauges, etc.).
  
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers to support new part introductions and process development.
  
• Follow process layouts, job cards, and work instructions while ensuring compliance with quality standards.
  
• Carry out First Line Maintenance and support TPM activities.
  
• Maintain high safety standards and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
  
  Essential skills:
  
• Minimum 3 years' experience setting and operating CNC lathes in a precision engineering environment.
  
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
  
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  
  Desirable skills:
  
• Apprentice-trained background.
  
• Experience with Fanuc or Siemens control systems.
  
• Familiarity with multi-axis or twin-spindle turning centres.
  
• Flexibility to support various duties within the cell based on workload.
  
• Willingness to work shifts