Composites Operative
Piran Composites are an advanced carbon fibre manufacturing company producing high specification components and structures for aerospace and defence OEMs.
Piran Composites are an advanced carbon fibre manufacturing company producing high specification components and structures for aerospace and defence OEMs. We are seeking a composite operative to undertake a variety of tasks within the production environment. Training will be provided for each task you will be expected to perform, however, ability to be able to work “hands on” with a background in engineering/manufacturing would be beneficial. Some examples of the tasks you will be performing below:
- Cutting and kitting of carbon fibre raw material
- Laying up on carbon fibre materials into mould tools
- Releasing of carbon composite components from moulds
- Cleaning/sealing/applying release agents to mould tools
- General cleaning and tidying of the work areas
- Maintaining and completing relevant paperwork
- Aid various production departments with tasks such as manual lifting and fitting, gluing, machine maintenance, packaging and documentation
- You may be be required to work early shift or late shift. 06:00-14:00 or14:00-22:00
To succeed in this role you will require good communication skills, ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge in correct methods, be a team player, good time keeping and be able to work under pressure but also in a relaxed environment. Experience and skill operating computers and MS office a plus. This is a good opportunity for someone to come in and integrate themselves into the team environment. With the right attitude and ambition there is scope to become highly skilled and well trained with plenty of further opportunity in the company to grow.
We are looking for an honest and hard working individual always looking to improve and eager to learn more. In exchange we offer a competitive salary, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, a good, safe working environment with the opportunity to work on cutting edge engineering and manufacturing projects that are not available anywhere else in Cornwall.
- Department
- Composites Manufacturing
- Role
- Production Operatives
- Location
- Piran Composites - Newquay, Cornwall
- Salary
- £12.75/hour
- Employment type
- Full-time
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About Piran Technology Group
Founded in 2008, Piran Technology Group is a UK advanced manufacturing business specialising in advanced composites and precision machining for the aerospace, defence and high-performance motorsport sectors.
From concept development and design for manufacture through to production and delivery, we work with leading organisations on technically demanding programmes where quality, precision and innovation are critical.
Operating from manufacturing facilities in Cornwall and West Sussex, our team of around 200 employees continues to grow as we invest in new technologies, facilities and people.