Morson are recruiting CNC Machinists, initially on a 6 month contract with GKN Aerospace at the advanced composite manufacturing facility at Western Approach. The site produces carbon fibre wing spars for major aircraft platforms including the A350 and A400M. This position is suited to CNC machinists with composite or metallic machining backgrounds, looking to work with modern CNC router and 5 axis technology.
Candidates MUST have LEVEL 3 qualifications - (include NVQ or City & Guilds) or apprenticeship - proof of certs will be required. If you do not have Level 3 qualifications or apprenticeship and no prior CNC experience, the client will not be able to consider you
DAY SHIFT – WESTERN APPROACH
7 day fortnight pattern (see info below) - 23.59 PAYE per hour standard rising to 24.64 PAYE per hour when training stamp approved (approx 12 weeks)
Overtime during the week paid at 27.65 PAYE rising to 28.88 PAYE when training stamp approved
Overtime during the weekend paid at 36.86 PAYE rising to 38.50 when training stamp approved
Shift Pattern
7 day fortnight shift pattern -40.25 hours per week (average over 2 weeks)
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 06:00–18:00
Week 2: Wednesday and Thursday – 06:00–18:00 (occasionally 07:00–19:00)
Core Days Training Period (1–2 weeks):
Monday to Friday, 07:00–15:00
Key Responsibilities
Manufacture and machine composite and metallic aircraft components up to 15 metres
Operate CNC routers and 5?axis Zimmerman drilling/fettling gantry machines
Use Renishaw probing systems and cutter tool?setting equipment
Load and set fixtures and tooling on CNC machinery
Work to aircraft drawings, specifications and quality standards
Follow Health & Safety, COSHH and risk assessment procedures
Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities
Work effectively within small operational teams
Undertake training in advanced composite manufacturing techniques
Requirements
Level 3 Apprenticeship (NVQ or City & Guilds) – mandatory
3–5 years CNC machining experience (composite or metallic)
Experience setting and operating CNC machines, routers or gantries
Siemens 840D knowledge beneficial but not essential
Ability to interpret drawings and work to tight tolerances
Good communication skills and strong attention to detail
Able to work night shift patterns
What This Role Offers
Long term ongoing contract
Work with modern aerospace CNC machinery
Competitive pay with strong overtime rates
Training and development opportunities
Opportunity to contribute to major global aircraft programmes