Semi-Skilled Operator (Debag/Inserts/Paint/Triage/Partmark)

Southampton, England, gb

Job summary

One of our leading aerospace clients based in Southampton is currently looking for a number of Semi-Skilled Operators, to be responsible for a variety of different duties within the composites value stream.

Key skills required for this role

Assembly, Composites

Important

Semi-skilled, Composites

Job description


Summary

In this role as a Semi-Skilled Operator, you will be responsible for a variety of different duties within the composites value stream.

  • Triage Operator
  • Paint Operator
  • Debag Operator
  • Inserts Operator

  • Duties

    Triage

  • Triaging countersinks, including measuring and re-countersinking as required, pre-delivery
  • Installation of metallic inserts to composite detail panels using a variety of resin systems
  • Edge sealing panels in preparation for painting, using a variety of resin system
  • Read and accurately follow work instructions, specifications and part drawings (accessed via PC)
  • Accurately complete work route cards to maintain component traceability
  • Contribute to reducing the scrap levels within the business

  • Paint

  • Application of Primer paint schemes to a variety of Metallic, composite components.
  • Application of resin and fillers to components in accordance with customer specifications and control
  • Manual abrading and use of orbital sander
  • Masking and stencilling of Aircraft Details In accordance with technical drawings and work instructions
  • Mixing of fillers, paints and resins in line with manufacturer instructions and COSHH requirements
  • Operating cure booths and monitoring the paint cure cycles
  • Testing of painted surfaces by means of Tape, Isoscope.

  • Debag

  • Mould Tool preparation for the composite lamination / lay-up process
  • De-Bag & Part Mark after the curing process
  • Preparing Numerically Controlled (NC) fixtures for trimming
  • Operating various machinery (Forklift, Hubtex, AGV & MGV) for the movement of fixtures
  • Batch preparing damming for use in the clean room
  • Mixing of filler and blue ice when requested for use within lamination / lay-up process
  • Movement of panels from post trim to the next process, ensuring all panels are made hand safe prior to movement
  • Operating the MES system and ensure panels are located correctly
  • Raising Deficiency Reports (DRs) as required
  • Recording panel countersink measurement for data collection
  • Mould Tool & Part movement around the composite facility

  • Inserts

  • Installation of metallic inserts to composite detail panels using a variety of resin systems
  • Triaging countersinks, including measuring and re-countersinking as required, pre-delivery
  • Edge sealing panels in preparation for painting, using a variety of resin system
  • Read and accurately follow work instructions, specifications and part drawings (accessed via PC)
  • Operate under own initiative and work with minimal supervision
  • Accurately complete work route cards to maintain component traceability


  • Requirements

    * Previous experience of composite detail manufacture, drilling, countersinks etc.
    * Experience working with composite carbon fibre and similar materials
    * Good level of dexterity
    * Competent in numeracy and literacy skills, and able to read and understand technical documentation
    * Good knowledge of health and safety
    * Good communication skills
    * Drive to succeed as an individual and as part of a team
    * Positive approach to problem solving
    * Willing to learn and adapt with a strong focus on flexibility
    * Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
    * Excellent time keeping
    * Previous experience of composite detail manufacture and/or working with composite carbon fibre and similar materials would be an advantage but not essential

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