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Composite Fitter

Yeovil
1 week ago
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Skilled Composite Fitter / Yeovil / £20.59 per hour

Our client, a leading Aerospace and Defence organisation are looking for a Skilled Composite Fitter to join their aerospace manufacturing team. This role is essential to the production and inspection of high-integrity aircraft assemblies. You'll work across a variety of specialist areas, contributing to the safety and performance of critical components.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacture of vital assemblies, components, and sub-assemblies
Clean Room composite lay-up and material processing
Autoclave operations
Vapormatt and pre-treatment processes
Machine tool and roto-peening
Process baths and press operations
Final assembly, caulking, fettling, and repair
Test specimen manufacture and DIA operations

Essential Skills & Experience

Recognised apprenticeship in mechanical or aerospace disciplineProficient in:

Composite lay-up and draping
Traditional fitting and machining
Caulking and sealing to high standards
Operating plant and machinery (e.g., presses, fixtures)Strong understanding of:

Engineering drawings and composite definitions
WHPS specifications and process control
Quality Operating Systems and Planning Manuals
Certifications/Training:
AQS Techniques
Manual Handling
Crane Operation
Health & SafetyKey Attributes

High attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills
Flexible and adaptable
Team-oriented with a quality-first mindsetShift Pattern

Early Shift: Monday-Thursday 06:00-14:00, Friday 06:00-12:00
Late Shift: Monday-Thursday 14:00-22:00, Friday 12:00-18:0This is an ongoaing temporary contract with the potential for a permanent role

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Gi Group of companies includes Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Ltd, Gi Recruitment Ltd, Draefern Ltd, Excel Resourcing (Recruitment Consultants) Ltd, Gi Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Ltd, Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd, TACK TMI UK Ltd, TACK International Ltd, Grafton Professional Staffing Ltd, Encore Personnel Services Ltd, Gi Group Staffing Solutions Ltd and Gi Group Ireland Ltd. Gi Group Staffing Solutions Ltd are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this role.

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