NDT Level 2 Method C Operator
Listed on 2026-07-16
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Quality Engineering
Job Summary
It’s great to know you’re making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play you’ll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.
At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft.
We are seeking a qualified level 2 PFD Operator to undertake non‑destructive testing & penetrant processing inspection of components to identify surface defects.
The successful individuals will be required to work on both manual and automated penetrant testing lines as part of a team of up to 12 PFD Operators within our IMF facility and need to be flexible as the role will involve working shifts.
Day shifts (07:00am - 18:45pm) + 25% Shift Allowance
Week 2:
Thursday, Friday
- Accountable for recording value stream tasks within the site Risk Assessment Management tool with the risks being accurately recorded and controls put in place to help reduce the risk
- Ensure parts are produced on a ‘right first time’ basis
- Ensure that any calibrated equipment used is within date
- Responsible for the timely clearance of work phases using the SAP system
- Responsible for highlighting any non-conformance to the Process Team Leader
- Adhering to the requirements of the GKNAF Quality Procedures
- Accountable for Health & Safety requirements under Section 7 of the HASAWA 1974
- To hold first party inspection approval (M02 status is subject to obtaining A stamp approval)
- Performing the tasks, learning, understanding and working to the governing specifications
- Ensure compliance with all risk assessments and company Environment, Health & Safety Procedures relevant to all work activities. Report all incidents, accidents and near misses as per the company’s procedure and implementation of identified corrective actions. Maintain good standards of housekeeping in designated work area(s)
- Champion ‘Export Control’ compliance activities, ensuring adherence to the site ‘Technology Control Plan (TCP)’, guaranteeing compliance with Export Control Regulations, controls, training and systems
- Certification, or obtained training, as an Internal or External Auditor through a certified Training Partner
- Possess the necessary personal attributes/behaviours to act in accordance with the principles of auditing as described in ISO 19011
- Demonstrable domain knowledge of Aviation Regulators (EASA, FAA etc.) & contracted customer quality requirements
- Knowledge and general understanding of the key manufacturing and support function activities conducted at Filton and ideally Western Approach
- Knowledge in the use of risk based methods and techniques (ISO 31000) for audit planning and management
- Demonstrable experience in Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Route Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCA) Techniques in order to provide effective audit follow up / closure assessments
- Experience in undertaking Internal Audits against the audit process requirements defined within ISO 19011
- Demonstrable knowledge of ASENJISQ
9100 / ISO 9001 and IAQG SLA Frameworks and experience of Quality Management Systems/Process Approach - An effective communicator both written and verbally with experience in MS applications/tools
- Continuous improvement foundation training or equivalent training
- Industry experience within a Manufacturing environment (APQP) preferably aerospace/automotive
- Thorough understanding of the content and application of the IAQG / EAQG ISO Standards and IAQG SCMH
- Experience in the use of the IAQG OASIS database for the input to audit planning
- Knowledge of Business Process Management and the APQC Process Classification Framework
- Knowledge of AS13100 and the associated reference materials
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Access to a salary sacrifice EV scheme giving tax and national insurance savings
- Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
- Life Assurance 8 x salary
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Income protection
- Cycle To Work Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Virtual GP Clinic for…
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