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Machine Setter

Safran -
Cwmbran

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave

Qualifications

Machining
NVQ
BTEC

Full job description

Published 07.07.2026

Company : Safran Seats Job field : Manufacture / assembly and repair Location : Cwmbran , Wales , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Employees / Staff

# 2026-175062

Published 07.07.2026

Job Description

CNC Machinist - Night shift - Cwmbran

At Safran, excellence is a journey – and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision

We are looking for talented individuals to join our Production team as a Machine Setter at our Cwmbran site

In the UK, Safran Seats specialises solely in the First Class and Business Class seating markets for wide body aircraft, with industrial and engineering teams in Cwmbran and Newport, Wales and Brackley, England.

The purpose of this role is the manufacture of machined components by setting and operating CNC lathes and various 3 & 5 axis vertical machining centres (night shift). Maintain quality through routine in process checks and adherence to all HSE requirements as per defined standards.

Key Responsibilities will include:

Download programs from the file server
Setup CNC tooling assemblies and maintain tool management system
Setup and run CNC machining centres
Prove out new NPI programs
Use Vernier's, thread gauges, plug gauges and other inspection equipment to

monitor tolerance requirements as defined in the engineering data.

Perform daily / weekly maintenance tasks in accordance with machine centre

maintenance plan

Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Participate in continuous improvement activities
Complete all necessary paper work as required.
Routine machine side OEE data entry
Work with production manager & programming team to seek opportunities to

improve processes and reduce cycle times

Support team colleagues
Maintain good housekeeping in accordance with 5S processes and practices
Take responsibility for quality of own output
Perform other tasks as reasonably requested by your production manager.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you—both in and out of work, including:

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work
4 x Life Assurance
Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
Annual share save schemes.
Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

Indentured apprentice or equivalent modern apprenticeship.
Experienced in setting and running 3‑axis & 5‑axis vertical machining centres and CNC lathes.
Experience with manual mills and manual lathes.
NVQ Level 2+3 Mechanical Engineering or BTEC National Diploma Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
Ability to use a wide range of IMTE for inspection of completed components.
Quality‑focused with strong attention to detail; willing to support continuous improvement.
Able to work with multi‑disciplined teams.
HSE‑aware and safety‑focused.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

Here, we craft excellence together.

We understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger. We are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.
We know that some candidates may be put off ing for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert. We encourage anybody to if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role. Please let us know if you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.

Why Safran?

A global presence: Be part of a global aerospace, defence & space business with over 100,000 Colleagues, across 300 sites in 30 countries.
Inclusive & empowering environment: We celebrate our differences and believe they make us stronger.
Innovation at the core: Join our mission to decarbonise aerospace and make the world a safer place. Your ambitions can take us further.
Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities. If you have big dreams, we'll support you to make them a reality.

Get involved:

We have a number of groups and forums across our sites that you can get involved with, including Women at Safran, Diversity at Safran, Sports Clubs, STEM ambassadors, Employee Forum, Charity Partnerships and Wellbeing Programs.

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