Fitter - Certified

Company description: Fantastic challenges.<br><br>Maximise your chances of a successful application to this job by ensuring your CV and skills are a good match.<br><br>Amazing opportunities.<br><br>GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries.<br><br>Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies.<br><br>And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet.<br><br>With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 2023.<br><br>There are no limits to where you can take your career.<br><br>Job description: Job Summary Its great to know youre making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play youll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.<br><br>At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic componentsand wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.<br><br>GKN Aerospace are searching qualified fitters to express an interest in working with GKN to operate as multi-skilled, flexible workers to ensure maximum effectiveness and efficiency within our areas.<br><br>We are anticipating further uptake in the coming months and will be in touch to any successful applicants.<br><br>Successful applicants will have a wideknowledge of hand and machine tools used in the aircraft industry including: Precussion riveting Drill/Ream/Countersink in panels with Vanmar tools Setting structures in build jigs Deburring of structures Fettling using approved setting tools Treatment touch-up in localised areas on aluminium Use of CNC pillar drills (DONAU) Part Marking Identifying Profile description: How You'll Contribute Ensure parts are produced on a right first time basis Ensure that any calibrated equipment used is within date Responsible for the timely clearance of work phases using the SAP system Responsible for highlighting any non-conformance to the Process Team Leader Adhering to the requirements of the GKNAF Quality Procedures Accountable for Health & Safety requirements under Section 7 of the HASAWA 1974 To hold first party inspection approval (M02 status is subject to obtaining A stamp approval) What You'll Bring To help us make a difference, youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes: Essential: Must have a recognised indentured apprenticeship (level 3) Export Control understanding and regulatory requirements Ability to work to standard operating procedures Desirable: Previous manufacturing experience in an aircraft production environment Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and techniques to support GKNAF continuous improvement initiatives We offer: What We'll Offer Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits: ? Starting salary of £35,304 rising to £36,750 once fully certified (after around 3 months) shift allowance where applicable (up to 33%) Up to 4% Bonus ? Industry Leading Pension Scheme = well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis (totalling up to 20% pension contribution) ? Life Assurance 8 x salary ? 175 hours annual leave bank holidays ? Income protection ? Shopping discounts ? Cycle To Work Scheme ? Employee Assistance Programme ? Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family ? A collaborative, dynamic working environment As well as a competitive package well offer you a world of opportunity. xwzovoh <br><br>We want to see your career fly! Well support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities.<br><br>Thats the beauty of being part of a global business, once youre on board you never know where you career journey may take you!