Lead Machinist

Magellan Aerospace Blackpool has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Machinist.

• Full Time Permanent Position
• 34.5 hours per week
• Day Shifts of 7am-7pm
• 4 Week Rotations, Sun-Mon-Tues / Wed-Thurs-Fri
• Job location:
  
  Blackpool Business Park, Amy Johnson Way, Blackpool, FY4 2RP
• Unionised site – works in partnership with Unite the Union.
• This role is governed by ITAR, restrictions may apply

Machining of aircraft components from generated engineering models to prescribed customer specification, using aluminium or titanium metal as required, utilising 3, 4 and 5 axis machine tools and to provide training and problem solving support across all machining areas.

• 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

• A Grade 5 position has been fully signed off against the operation of more than 2 complete machining cells which could include working on aluminum and/or titanium metal parts on
  • 3 Axis machines
  • 4 Axis machines
  • 5 Axis machines

and has been deemed competent to provide training and lead machinist support across the dept

• Setting and operating the machine tools
• To be able to operate multiple machines at all times during shift when safe to do so
• To communicate efficiently and effectively with the supervisor, manager and colleagues
• To carry out component change overs for own machines and colleagues if required
• Carry out de-burring of components, including removal of sharp edges and cleaning of holes
• Route work as necessary to next operation as per work instructions or Shift Manager direction
• Ability to resolve machining problems and demonstrate solutions across all machining areas including supporting MRB investigations
• Escalation of unresolved problems to Shift Manager in a timely manner where required
• Provide accurate handover information to next shift on current status and any issues arisen
• Ensure all job card documentation is filled in correctly before moving onto next operation
• To work in line with all company requirements including following work-to list and set up sheets
• Providing support and training to others in the manufacturing processes through the circulation of experience within the department
• Support the induction of new members to the team through training and development providing management feedback in support of probationary period
• Carry out daily checks on machines/equipment to maintain a good working order liaising with Shift Manager where required to escape issues. Conduct training with other team members on basic TPM checks
• Programme machine tools to engineering instructions as required across the machining shop, calculate geometry and verify components to quality requirements
• Provide support in ensuring accurate machining data is provided including operating and setting times
• Housekeeping and maintenance of own working environment including keeping area free of spills
• Work in a safe manner complying with all risk assessments and procedures in line with company Health and Safety policy, reporting any Health and Safety incidents that occur
• Actively support and contribute to the continuous improvement programme and lean manufacturing
• Any other reasonable duties required by management in support of the business

Essential

• Good general education
• Recognised Engineering Qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• HNC Qualification

Essential

• Minimum of 2-3 years of 3 / 4 / 5 Axis machining
• Health and Safety

Desirable

• Aerospace manufacturing experience

• Motivation
• Atten…