OEM Assembly Fitter

OEM Assembly Fitter Starting salary: £40,649 + excellent shift premiums! Shifts: Days, Lates, Nights & Weekends

Shift premiums:

Bridging shift: 39.75% Nights 38.50% Weekend Shift (Night) 59.02% Weekend Day Shift (Fifth shift) 48.70%Safran - Here, we craft excellence together.

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Safran Landing Systems are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets.

Our expertise covers the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end; Design, Engineering & Manufacturing, through to Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO).

Your role:

Bring your technical skills and precision to a role where quality and craftsmanship matter. You'll work on complex assemblies, interpreting engineering drawings and applying your expertise to deliver components that meet exacting standards. In a collaborative environment, you'll contribute to continuous improvement and help shape the future of aerospace manufacturing.

Key responsibilities

Assemble components and complete production acceptance testing to strict specifications Interpret and work from technical drawings, specifications, and test instructions Apply 5S principles and continuous improvement practices to maintain high standards Perform turning and grinding operations, and design or make tooling when required Ensure compliance with FOD and COSHH requirements throughout all activities What you'll bring:

(ESSENTIAL): NVQ Level 3 and completion of an advanced apprenticeship Aerospace or Automotive mechanical experience Strong understanding of specifications, procedures, and quality standards Ability to work flexibly and contribute to improvement initiatives Skilled in assembly techniques, with experience in turning and grinding; electrical knowledge is a plus Attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance. We know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert.

We encourage anybody to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.

Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger. We know that a fulfilling work environment is a key driver for innovative ideas and team success.

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