Location: Belfast, United Kingdom
Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services.
DESCRIPTION OF JOB
Complete secondary processes in a team environment. Adhere to process and quality requirements to meet the company milestones and targets.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Responsible for secondary operations of machine details as per the production schedule with focus on quality, cost and schedule.
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The operator will carry out a range of tasks e.g. – Secondary operations of machine details such as sub-assembly of components, mechanical finishing, hand finishing, applying protective coatings and non-destructive testing.
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Participation in continuous improvement projects.
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Liaising with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering & management to develop team working and ensure that safety, cost, quality and schedule are met.
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Ensures that all tools, work instructions and equipment are maintained and at the correct standard.
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Responsible for the cleanliness of work stations and general working area.
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The jobholder will participate with their manager in the e-HR together policy and ensure that individual career and personal development plans are in place.
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Ensure all work undertaken is in accord with the departmental control procedures and ensure that in all aspects of work these procedures are followed.
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Will be expected to work for periods of time without supervision and required to maintain records of production builds.
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Assisting with work in other areas of the site when required to by management to achieve production schedules.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
The jobholder should have a GCSE Grade C or above in Mathematics, English, Science and Technology.
Desirable:
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Experience of mechanical and hand finishing of machine details
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Experience of assembling basic sub-assemblies
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Experience of applying protective coatings
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Experience of Non-Destructive Testing
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Follow manufacturing instruction sheets
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Read basic engineering drawings
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Knowledge and experience of Lean manufacturing/Business improvement Techniques
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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Reliable team player, capable of working on own initiative within a team environment.
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Willingness and flexibility to support activities at other Thales sites.
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May be required to work shifts to support business needs
What We Can Offer
We are committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training, development and experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry. We hire from within as our first priority, so you will have a myriad of opportunities within our diverse, global organisation.
If you are interested in this role, we would encourage you to have informal chat with the Talent Acquisition Partner.
Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.
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At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.
If this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.
Join Thales in the UK – Innovate with us and shape the future!
At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here.
If this role isn’t quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here.
Join Thales in the UK – Innovate with us and shape the future!
