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Composite Trimmer
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Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12, England, UK
Listed on 2026-07-17
Listing for:
Silverstone Paint Technology
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-17
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Assembly, Quality Engineering, Fabrication
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Composite Trimmer to assist the team building a new mould‑making and component manufacturing operation supplying Formula 1 and top‑tier motor sport clients. We're looking for a Composite Trimmer to join the team as we bring this facility online.
Key Responsibilities- Precision‑trimming cured carbon components using trimlines, templates and Jigs, die‑grinders, and diamond wheels to tight tolerances (±0.1mm).
- Drilling, countersinking, and reaming fastener holes to specification.
- Bonding assemblies using structural adhesives (e.g. Hysol 9394, Araldite 2011, 3M DP490).
- Fitting inserts, brackets, hinges, and mechanisms using torque‑controlled tools.
- Surface‑finishing Class‑A visual carbon components (180–2000 grit micro‑mesh polish).
- Working from engineering drawings, build manuals, and route cards—checking instructions are clear and correct before starting work.
- Performing visual and structural checks, identifying and flagging defects.
- Completing QA documentation, work orders, cure‑cycle logs, and sign‑off for every part.
- Keeping tools and equipment maintained.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
- Contributing ideas to improve process quality and efficiency.
- Experience trimming and assembling pre‑preg carbon in F1, motor sport, or aerospace.
- Certified in structural adhesive systems (e.g. Loctite/Huntsman), or willing to complete training.
- Ability to read engineering drawings an advantage but not essential—full training provided.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Comfortable in full PPE for extended shifts.
- Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available for this role).
- Calm under pressure, able to work to tight deadlines in a fast‑moving environment.
- Good communicator, able to follow instructions and flag issues early.
- Own safety boots; all other PPE and tools supplied.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team or under own initiative.
- Rotating shifts, 06:00–14:30 / 12:00–20:30
- Full uniform
- Free hot and soft drinks
- Free to use on site staff gym
- Free parking on site
- Company pension
- Holiday allowance increases per years of service
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