Final Viewer (H/F) - GOODRICH ACTUATION SYSTEMS LIMITED (UK) in Wolverhampton

Overview

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aeronautics (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defence. Its mission: to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes increasingly environmentally friendly, more comfortable and more accessible. The Group employs 100,000 people worldwide and has a turnover of €27.3 billion in 2024, holding leading positions globally or in partnership in its markets. Safran is the 2nd company in the aerospace and defence sector in the "World's Best Companies 2024" ranking by TIME magazine.

Safran Electronics & Defence offers its clients embedded intelligence solutions that allow them to understand their environment, reduce mental load, and ensure trajectory, even in critical situations, across all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or in space. The company leverages the expertise of its 13,000 employees to serve three functions: observe, decide, and guide, for both civil and military markets.

Responsibilities

• Joining the new 4th Generation Bevel Gear manufacturing team as a Final Viewer.
• Responsible for the final inspection and verification of gear assemblies at full production volumes.
• Support development and prototype work, working closely with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering to validate and release new products.
• Support both new and legacy gear programmes, contributing to the wider operational needs of the team.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant quality procedures and requirements.
• Work to route cards, work instructions, and engineering drawings.
• Verify Quality Assured Product, including completion and stamping of Works Orders.
• Visual inspection and confirmation of conformance to product standards.
• Material traceability and serialisation (as required).
• Issue and Build Standard (version) control.
• Quality compliance, including FAI coverage, concessions, permits, and release gateways.
• Completion of quality documentation and QN closure.
• Gateway inspections for quality checklists and additional alerts.
• Apply basic measurement techniques and hand-gauging methods.
• Perform part cleaning and protection activities.
• Identify and declare non-conformances, working with Quality to disposition parts.
• Finalise paperwork and complete system transactions prior to dispatch.
• Operate and maintain stock control systems as required.
• Support general operational duties, including continuous improvement and 5S activities.
• Carry out all tasks in accordance with EH&S procedures.

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ or City & Guilds in a relevant discipline.
• Strong attention to detail and a conscientious approach.
• Previous assembly and inspection experience (desirable).
• Completed apprenticeship (desirable).
• Ability to work independently within a medium-volume production environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• PC literacy, with the ability to perform basic transactional tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus and pay review.
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• Comprehensive health cash plan.
• Flexible working options.
• Pension (10% employer contribution) and life assurance.
• Early finish on Fridays.
• Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring.
• Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers.
• Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies.

About the role

We are recruiting Final Inspection Production Workers to join our new 4th Generation Bevel Gear manufacturing team. This is a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility with significant investment in advanced equipment and modern manufacturing technology. In this role, you will be responsible for the final inspection and verification of gear assemblies at full production volumes. You will also support development and prototype work, working closely with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering to validate and release new products. The position supports both new and legacy gear programmes, contributing to the wider operational needs of the team.

Workplace: Wolverhampton site.

Additional notes

At Safran, excellence is a journey and we would 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 passionate individuals to join our Manufacturing team as a Final Viewer. We understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone. We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert; however, we encourage anybody to apply 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 application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation.