Trimmer

Waterbeach
2 weeks ago
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Purpose
The role is to provide high quality final décor trim to aircraft cabin interior parts within a CAA and EASA Part 21G/145 aircraft interior manufacturing company.
Key Responsibilities

  • Application and handling of décor laminates to composite materials, using a variety of laminates and materials eg Isovolta / Schneller
  • Quality of work – adherence to technical drawings, works instructions and specifications ensuring traceability and jobcard records.
  • Efficiency – working within department production and quality targets
  • Team work – excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with the team at all levels
  • Ensure that work is completed within the Company Health and Safety guidelines
  • To perform to the best of your ability any other duties the business may require as and when needed.
    This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. The successful job holder will be expected to perform varying tasks as required by their line manager & the overall objectives of the organisation.
    Key Performance Measures
  • High standard of 5S
  • Efficiency, accuracy
    Knowledge, Education, and Skills
    Knowledge:
    Essential
  • Competent in handling and application of adhesives and material to aid trimming activities and knowledge in surface preparation.
  • Technical data reading / drawing interpretation
    Desirable
  • Experience in the Aerospace industry
    Education:
  • Time served in similar role or qualifications relevant to role.
    Skills and competencies:
    Essential
  • Demonstrate ability to be part of a team, apply knowledge and provide a high quality product
  • Must be adaptable and able to remain focused under pressure
  • Team player – effective and positive integration with a professional mindset
    Desirable
  • Previous Aerospace industry experience highly desirable
    Other material requirements
    The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, possess a ‘can do’ attitude and have a proactive and self-motivated approach to problem solving with the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines. Flexibility to work additional hours to complete work to set targets if required.
    ACS UK Ltd is an equal opportunities employer
    Employee Benefits -
  • Employer Pension Contribution
  • Life Assurance
  • Simply Health- 24/7 GP Services, Dental, Optician (Option to enchance for you and family members)
  • Training, Learning and Development Opportunities
  • 13:00pm finish on a Friday
  • 25 days Anmnual Leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Annual Company Events
  • Cycle to Work Scheme

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