About us:
SPT Advanced Composites is the newest addition to the Silverstone Paint Technology (SPT) family, launched in 2026 to meet the growing demand for high-performance composite solutions within motorsport and beyond.
Since 2008, SPT has built a reputation as a performance-driven specialist coating company at the heart of the UK's motorsport valley. We proudly work with 70% of the Formula 1 grid, delivering everything from paint and technical coatings to full liveries, and our global reputation means we're trusted by teams and organisations across every form of motorsport.
Advanced Composites builds on that legacy, bringing the same precision, innovation, and commitment to excellence to composite manufacturing and technology. Joining us means becoming part of a fast-growing team backed by nearly two decades of industry expertise, working on projects that push the boundaries of performance engineering.
For more information visit www.silverstonepaint.co.uk
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 motorsport clients. We're looking for a Composite Trimmers 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
Essential Requirements:
- Experience trimming and assembling pre-preg carbon in F1, motorsport, 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.
Shift Pattern:
- Rotating shifts, 06:00–14:30 / 12:00–20:30
Benefits:
- 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
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Towcester, Northamptonshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
