Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets. Machinist Wolverhampton Onsite Double Day Shift 44,020.01 + 14.5% SA We're looking for skilled CNC and Manual Grinder to join our Aftermarket Team. This is a unique opportunity to work in a high-tech, precision engineering environment with brand-new equipment and cutting-edge automation. As a key member of the machining team, you'll set up, operate, and oversee multiple grinding machines - ensuring high-quality output. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? - Set up, operate and perform basic adjustments to external, internal, and surface grinding machines. - Monitor production quality and machine performance, resolving basic technical issues. - Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers on new part introductions and cell development. - Adhere to process layouts, work instructions, and compliance systems. - Support First Line Maintenance and TPM activities within the cell. - Move materials, monitor SWIP, and ensure tooling and equipment availability. - Actively participate in lean events and support continuous improvement. - Follow all EHS procedures and safety protocols. Essential skills: 3+ years of CNC setting and operating experience in a precision engineering environment. Familiarity with 5-axis machines, mill-turn operations, and inspection equipment. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification. Desirable skills: Apprentice trained background. Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Willingness to work shifts, including Double Days Experience supporting new technology or cell introduction.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets. Machinist Wolverhampton Onsite Double Day Shift 44,020.01 + 14.5% SA We're looking for skilled CNC and Manual Grinder to join our Aftermarket Team. This is a unique opportunity to work in a high-tech, precision engineering environment with brand-new equipment and cutting-edge automation. As a key member of the machining team, you'll set up, operate, and oversee multiple grinding machines - ensuring high-quality output. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? - Set up, operate and perform basic adjustments to external, internal, and surface grinding machines. - Monitor production quality and machine performance, resolving basic technical issues. - Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers on new part introductions and cell development. - Adhere to process layouts, work instructions, and compliance systems. - Support First Line Maintenance and TPM activities within the cell. - Move materials, monitor SWIP, and ensure tooling and equipment availability. - Actively participate in lean events and support continuous improvement. - Follow all EHS procedures and safety protocols. Essential skills: 3+ years of CNC setting and operating experience in a precision engineering environment. Familiarity with 5-axis machines, mill-turn operations, and inspection equipment. NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification. Desirable skills: Apprentice trained background. Excellent attention to detail and a proactive, problem-solving mindset. Willingness to work shifts, including Double Days Experience supporting new technology or cell introduction.
CNC Turner - Multiple Roles (PAYE Contract) Location: Titchfield, near Fareham, Hampshire Contract Type: PAYE (until end of December 2026!) About the Roles We are expanding our team and have multiple contract vacancies for experienced machinists at our well-equipped manufacturing facility in Titchfield, Hampshire. Roles are available across CNC Turning machining, offering a supportive and busy engineering environment. Shift Pattern Training: Day shifts initially After Training: Early or late shifts Shift Details & Rates: Shift Hours First 12 Weeks After 12 Weeks Day (training)7:30 am - 4:15 pm Mon-Thu, 7:30 am - 11:30 am Fri 18.72 ( 21.44 inc. holiday) 19.29 ( 22.09 inc. holiday) Early 6:00 am - 2:00 pm Mon-Thu, 6:00 am - 1:30 pm Fri 20.59 ( 23.59 inc. holiday) 21.22 ( 24.30 inc. holiday) Late 2:00 pm - 11:45 pm Mon-Thu 22.46 ( 25.73 inc. holiday) 23.15 ( 26.51 inc. holiday) Overtime As required 28.08 ( 32.16 inc. holiday) 28.93 ( 33.14 inc. holiday) Sundays As required 37.44 ( 42.88 inc. holiday) 38.58 ( 44.18 inc. holiday) Vacancies Available 1x Grinder 3x CNC Turner HT42 1xNH Fast tems 1x H242 & Alphas Key Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, grinders, or sliding head machines Work from engineering drawings and work instructions Record and interpret SPC data Use precision measuring tools (verniers, micrometers, plug gauges) Perform manual machining, toolmaking, and deburring tasks Maintain safe working practices and support continuous improvement initiatives Experience Required Proven machining experience in relevant roles CNC machinists: experience on machines such as Mori Seiki NH5000, Hardinge Conquest, Citizen Sliding Head, etc. Fastems experience preferred for CNC Machining Centre roles Ability to read and work from engineering drawings Competence in SPC recording and precision measuring tools Apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience Aerospace, defence, or regulated industry experience desirable Right to work in the UK and eligible for ITAR-controlled work If you have CNC or manual machining experience and want to join a busy, supportive engineering team, we'd love to hear from you.
May 14, 2026
Contractor
CNC Turner - Multiple Roles (PAYE Contract) Location: Titchfield, near Fareham, Hampshire Contract Type: PAYE (until end of December 2026!) About the Roles We are expanding our team and have multiple contract vacancies for experienced machinists at our well-equipped manufacturing facility in Titchfield, Hampshire. Roles are available across CNC Turning machining, offering a supportive and busy engineering environment. Shift Pattern Training: Day shifts initially After Training: Early or late shifts Shift Details & Rates: Shift Hours First 12 Weeks After 12 Weeks Day (training)7:30 am - 4:15 pm Mon-Thu, 7:30 am - 11:30 am Fri 18.72 ( 21.44 inc. holiday) 19.29 ( 22.09 inc. holiday) Early 6:00 am - 2:00 pm Mon-Thu, 6:00 am - 1:30 pm Fri 20.59 ( 23.59 inc. holiday) 21.22 ( 24.30 inc. holiday) Late 2:00 pm - 11:45 pm Mon-Thu 22.46 ( 25.73 inc. holiday) 23.15 ( 26.51 inc. holiday) Overtime As required 28.08 ( 32.16 inc. holiday) 28.93 ( 33.14 inc. holiday) Sundays As required 37.44 ( 42.88 inc. holiday) 38.58 ( 44.18 inc. holiday) Vacancies Available 1x Grinder 3x CNC Turner HT42 1xNH Fast tems 1x H242 & Alphas Key Responsibilities Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills, grinders, or sliding head machines Work from engineering drawings and work instructions Record and interpret SPC data Use precision measuring tools (verniers, micrometers, plug gauges) Perform manual machining, toolmaking, and deburring tasks Maintain safe working practices and support continuous improvement initiatives Experience Required Proven machining experience in relevant roles CNC machinists: experience on machines such as Mori Seiki NH5000, Hardinge Conquest, Citizen Sliding Head, etc. Fastems experience preferred for CNC Machining Centre roles Ability to read and work from engineering drawings Competence in SPC recording and precision measuring tools Apprenticeship or equivalent practical experience Aerospace, defence, or regulated industry experience desirable Right to work in the UK and eligible for ITAR-controlled work If you have CNC or manual machining experience and want to join a busy, supportive engineering team, we'd love to hear from you.
Tool Technician Based in Wotton, Surrey (Own transport is required due to Rural location) Monday - Friday / 8am - 4.30pm The Tool technician is tasked with supporting the production department daily, based in the tool room. Working with other team members cleaning and servicing of Injection moulding tools with timely turnaround to maintain production schedules. The cleaning and servicing of the injection moulding tools requires good attention to detail and quality of workmanship that are vital to this role. What You'll Be Doing The Tooling technician will be servicing and cleaning injection mould tools, stripping them down for cleaning, inspecting for issues and reporting any found, reassembling the tools after servicing, and returning the tools to the production department. On occasion other responsibilities for the repair, maintenance, and calibration of tools, jigs, fixtures, and instruments may be required Daily servicing & cleaning of mould tools in the tool room or in the factory. Carrying out the repairs, modifications and servicing of injection moulding tools and other associated tooling. Document service & repair work by completing electronic records, including photographs of issues documented. At times support production by completing cleans or repairs in the clean room factory. To carry out, cleaning and servicing on other toolroom and production equipment as required from time to time. Assist in equipment repairs and breakdown if required. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment. What You'll Bring You will hold a C&G's, NVQ or Apprenticeship trained Solid experience in mechanical assembly & disassembly and basic wiring. Experience of Manual and CNC machine tools to include all or some of the following: Surface Grinder, CNC, VMC, Milling and Centre Lathe Mechanical Engineering / toolmaker apprenticeship, with experience in injection molding tools although not essential. High precision injection tooling, polishing, and finishing experience is desirable. Hot runner experience and multi-cavity high is also advantageous Be able to read and understand 2D component Drawings, experience with wiring drawings also advantageous Core Computer skills using email, excel and word documents. Work in a small team with good communication & co-operation Ability to work under pressure and keep to deadlines. Ability to adapt to change and maintain a positive attitude and continuous improvements.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Tool Technician Based in Wotton, Surrey (Own transport is required due to Rural location) Monday - Friday / 8am - 4.30pm The Tool technician is tasked with supporting the production department daily, based in the tool room. Working with other team members cleaning and servicing of Injection moulding tools with timely turnaround to maintain production schedules. The cleaning and servicing of the injection moulding tools requires good attention to detail and quality of workmanship that are vital to this role. What You'll Be Doing The Tooling technician will be servicing and cleaning injection mould tools, stripping them down for cleaning, inspecting for issues and reporting any found, reassembling the tools after servicing, and returning the tools to the production department. On occasion other responsibilities for the repair, maintenance, and calibration of tools, jigs, fixtures, and instruments may be required Daily servicing & cleaning of mould tools in the tool room or in the factory. Carrying out the repairs, modifications and servicing of injection moulding tools and other associated tooling. Document service & repair work by completing electronic records, including photographs of issues documented. At times support production by completing cleans or repairs in the clean room factory. To carry out, cleaning and servicing on other toolroom and production equipment as required from time to time. Assist in equipment repairs and breakdown if required. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment. What You'll Bring You will hold a C&G's, NVQ or Apprenticeship trained Solid experience in mechanical assembly & disassembly and basic wiring. Experience of Manual and CNC machine tools to include all or some of the following: Surface Grinder, CNC, VMC, Milling and Centre Lathe Mechanical Engineering / toolmaker apprenticeship, with experience in injection molding tools although not essential. High precision injection tooling, polishing, and finishing experience is desirable. Hot runner experience and multi-cavity high is also advantageous Be able to read and understand 2D component Drawings, experience with wiring drawings also advantageous Core Computer skills using email, excel and word documents. Work in a small team with good communication & co-operation Ability to work under pressure and keep to deadlines. Ability to adapt to change and maintain a positive attitude and continuous improvements.
