Pressure Test Operator

Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for a Pressure Test Operator. This is a full-time permanent position with a 24/7 shift pattern, including days, nights, and weekends. The job location is Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB. This is a unionised site that works in partnership with Unite the Union.

The role involves providing pressure testing of aircraft parts (connectors and adaptors) to customer specifications.

Perks and Benefits:

• A company culture that promotes work-life balance
• Access to mental health support
• Business performance related bonus
• Career development opportunities
• Commitment to continued learning and development
• Perkbox – includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc.
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
• Free parking
• 25% off local gym membership

Essential Responsibilities:

• Interpret and comply with company HS&E Policies and safety regulations
• Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to eliminate
• Ensure a safe and environmentally friendly environment to company H&S standards
• Responsible to the Production Supervisor, Treatments
• Receive work instructions from the production schedule provided by the Line Manager and work on own initiative with little supervision other than when priorities are assigned by the Line Manager
• Pressure test aircraft parts (connectors & adaptors) to predetermined pressures and customer specifications, reading the correct pressure from the job card or part/pressure test list
• Report any failed test by completing the NCR form and escalating the issue to the Line Manager
• Cross-check the job card to ensure all prior operations have been completed, signed off and stamped before carrying out the pressure test; failure to complete the checks can result in reprocessing, delays and additional costs
• Process parts at an approximate throughput rate (e.g. 90-150 parts per day) without departmental targets
• Ensure work area complies with company-wide 6S standards and maintain snag items from 6S audits as required from an electrical aspect
• Work on own or with a team
• Adhere to 6S and maintain the site compliance

Position Requirements:

Essential Criteria:

• Basic level of education – GCSE in Maths or proven apprenticeship
• Basic numeracy level for setting of pressure gauges
• Basic on-job training to grasp the rudimentary of the job

Key Competencies:

• Able to follow instructions
• Team player
• Use own initiative
• Good communicator
• Physical strength and stamina required

Other Skills/Abilities:

• Problem solving
• Multi-tasking

Personal Attributes:

• Able to measure parts
• Physically strong to move parts
• Good hand and eye coordination

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name “Magellan Aerospace Corporation” in 1996. At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.