Final viewer M/F in Wolverhampton

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran Electronics & Defense offers its customers onboard intelligence solutions allowing them to understand the environment, reduce mental load and guarantee a trajectory, even in critical situations, in all environments: on land, at sea, in the sky or space. The company harnesses the expertise of its 13,000 employees towards these three functions: observe, decide and guide, for the civil and military markets.

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 Quality team as a Final Viewer at our Wolverhampton site.

About Safran Actuation Systems UK: Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world class centre for the design, manufacture and support of cutting-edge actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best. Our UK Actuation business brings together engineering excellence, advanced manufacturing capability and a proud heritage within the aerospace sector.

Your Role:

• Ensuring all product is final viewed using the relevant drawings and specifications prior to said parts being booked into stores for use.
• Recording of 'turn backs' (things that stop or hinder the process) to ensure process improvements can continue.
• Working seamlessly within a team of Final Viewers with no conflict ensuring flow of product.
• Reporting into Shift Managers / Ops Managers on status of parts progression and issues which may be affecting delivery targets / metrics.
• Visual and instrumental measurement on manufactured components on all batches of components which are being final viewed ensuring compliance.
• Process improvements where necessary.
• Assisting in problem resolution where necessary.
• Ensuring all documents are up to date and adhered to compliance.

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.
• Mobility & training opportunities: We can support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.
• A culture of excellence: Join a team that values collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring:

• Lead by example per the 4 gears (People, Ideas, Integrity, Performance).
• 'Quality first' mindset expected at all times.
• Safe working to be expected at all times and treated as number one priority for oneself and all others.
• A drive to meet all customer expectations and department targets is required.
• Ability to work and deal with people at all levels in the business from all departments.
• Ability to manage through systems.
• Comfortable around higher management and particularly able to work together in a team in the specific department.
• Conflict management & Customer focus.
• Able to use a variety of measuring equipment such as Go / No go gauges / Micrometers / Verniers / height gauges and additionally CMM software a bonus.
• Action oriented with a drive for results.
• Critical thinker and strong decision maker.
• Ability to be a self-starter and manage workload on a day to day basis based on customer demand liaising with the shift production planners and shift managers.