Semi-Skilled / Skilled Fitter

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for Semi-Skilled and Skilled Fitter.

Full Time, Permanent Position

Multiple shift patterns available

Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB

Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union

To assemble aircraft components and machined components to customer specifications, following SOP’s, basic engineering drawings and specifications output to the required quality and cost.

Perks and Benefits

A company culture that promotes work life balance

Access to mental health support

Business performance related bonus

Career development opportunities

Commitment to continued learning and development

Long Service Awards

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service

Free parking

25% off local gym membership

Essential Responsibilities

To ensure all tooling is present and of an acceptable standard prior to use and reporting any issues through the SQDCP process and maintaining any tooling in use

To ensure that all supporting documentation is maintained and used where provided to ensure the correct assembly of parts e.g. Visual Aids, Standard Operating Procedures, Drawings, Specifications

Responsible for the completion of all aspects of related operational documentation

To ensure the mixing and use of sealants in line with any traceability requirements, storage requirements and use by dates

Responsible for cleaning and ensuring part is of an acceptable standard before submitting to Inspection

Ability to identify when things are deviating from the standard and seek advice from approved personnel on how to rectify the issue

Responsible for reporting all component / machine non-conformances using the appropriate forms to the Team Leader or Quality Inspector

Be active in identifying improvements within the assembly processes

To ensure all measuring equipment is calibrated

Verify parts are correct to the job card and processed following customer specifications

Responsible for identifying any failures with parts, completion of NCR forms and escalating to the Line Manager for rectification work

Ensure that processes and procedures are followed to ensure all tasks are performed efficiently and to the required quality standard

Must comply with relevant Environment, Health and Safety legislation and company policies, procedures and safe working systems

The job has responsibility for cross checking that all of the prior operations have been completed prior to commencing this operation

Other reasonable requests maybe asked

Position Requirements

Essential Criteria:

NVQ level 3 Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering- Fitting and Assembly, or equivalent

Must have 3 years’ experience in a similar job

Able to identify components and select the correct tooling/jigging media and carry out a given operation in the routing in compliance with the engineering drawings in multi-disciplines

GCSE or equivalent including Maths & English

Good verbal and written communication

Ability to read and understand customer specifications, drawings and visual aids

There is a physical element to this role lifting parts to and from a work area bench

Desirable Criteria:

SAP or MRP experience

Crane licence

Pedestrian forklift licence

Other skills/Abilities

Skills:

Attention to detail

Problem analysis

Good co-ordination

Flexibility

Coaching

Abilities:

To have Integrity

Respectful to others

Creative in finding ways to do things better

Act ethically in all you do

* Collaborate well with others

About us

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the company’s vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.

At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Note

Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. Magellan the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceed through the initial screening process.

Confidentiality

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.