Pipe Fabricator

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Pipe Fabricator - Join a Leading Aerospace Company in Gloucester, UK

Company Overview: We are a global high-tech leader in the aviation, defence, and space industries, with a core focus on making air transport safer, more sustainable, and environmentally friendly. We are proud to be ranked #1 in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2023." Our commitment to innovation and excellence drives our research and development programs, shaping the future of aerospace.

As a key player in the aerospace sector, we are at the forefront of landing gear technology, equipping commercial, regional, business, and military fleets across the globe. Join us and contribute to the success of cutting-edge products while advancing your career in a dynamic, growing team.

Role Overview: We are looking for a Pipe Fabricator to join our talented production team in Gloucester. In this role, you will be responsible for producing high-quality landing gear pipes, including bending titanium tubes on NC bending machines. The role also involves brazing and hand-bending, alongside other key responsibilities. You'll work with both conventional and CNC equipment for tasks such as hydraulic fitting swaging and pressure testing. You'll also provide support to the Landing Gear Assembly line, all while maintaining safety standards, deadlines, and top-notch product quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Day-to-day tasks will involve bending titanium tubes using NC bending machines, as well as brazing and hand bending to meet precise specifications.
Operate conventional and CNC machinery for bending, swaging, and pressure testing of landing gear pipes.
Support the Landing Gear Assembly line as required.
Perform regular quality checks and self-inspect finished products to ensure compliance with technical specifications.
Contribute to process improvements to enhance product quality and reduce production time.
Follow technical drawings, specs, and testing instructions with precision.
Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient workspace.We can train you on the operation and use of NC bending machines if you do not have this.

Shift Details & Premium Payments: Shift work will be required on a 4-shift, 4 week rotation.
£37,585 + Shift Premiums

Day Shift
Night Shift - Receive a 38.5% premium payment on your salary.
Bridging Shift - Receive a 39.75% premium payment on your salary.
Weekend Shift - Receive a 59.02% premium payment on your salary.
5th Shift - Receive a 48.7% premium payment on your salary.What We Offer: Our people are our greatest asset. We offer a range of benefits to support your well-being, both at work and outside:

Time to Unwind: 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, with the option to buy or sell days.
Sharing in Success: Annual bonus and share scheme options.
Planning for Your Future: Generous pension scheme with up to 8% matched contributions and life assurance (4x salary).
Making Your Work Life Easier: Onsite parking (including EV chargers), subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities.
Flexibility: A range of flexible benefits to suit your individual needs.Who We're Looking For: To succeed in this role, you'll need:

A Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent qualification).
A good understanding of the pipe manufacturing process and general fabrication techniques.
Experience with assembly and testing procedures, and proficiency with relevant machinery.
The ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and test instructions.
Knowledge of Foreign Object Damage (FOD) risks and quality tools such as 5S, Lean, and Six Sigma.
Strong self-inspection skills and attention to detail.
An understanding of CNC machine programming is advantageous.
Experience with swaging is a benefit, but not essential.Why Join Us? We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. You'll be supported every step of the way, with opportunities for learning, growth, and career progression. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we're investing in our local team and are excited to see what we can achieve together

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