Lapping Operator in Fareham

Safran Helicopter Engines UK is seeking a skilled and motivated Lapping Operator to join our New Production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out precision lapping operations on aerospace components in accordance with OEM manuals, engineering specifications, and work instructions.,

Key Responsibilities

• Operate single-sided and double-sided lapping machines in line with work instructions and OEM standards.
• Measure and inspect components to ensure they meet specification and quality requirements.
• Maintain production targets for quality, utilisation, and on-time delivery.
• Support manufacturing activities across production areas as required.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Complete production documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation.
• Comply with all Health, Safety, Environmental, and company procedures.
• Demonstrate company values and contribute positively to team objectives.
• This role is ideal for an experienced manufacturing professional with a strong understanding of lapping processes and precision measurement techniques who is committed to delivering quality products in a fast-paced aerospace environment., Proven experience in precision lapping processes.

Required Experience & Skills

• Previous experience operating:
• Double-sided lapping machines
• Single-sided lapping machines
• Experience measuring and inspecting lapped components using precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications and follow detailed work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team while maintaining productivity targets.

Desirable

• Previous experience working within an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Experience working to OEM specifications and aerospace quality standards.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with precision engineering and high-tolerance component manufacture.

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Proactive and positive approach to problem-solving.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business requirements.
• Reliable, organised, and capable of working to deadlines.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and housekeeping.

About Safran

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking. Safran Helicopter Engines is the world leader in helicopter engines and the only manufacturer exclusively specialized in this market. Operating worldwide, the company employs 6,100 people, serves more than 2,500 customers across 155 countries, and has over 21,500 engines in service.

Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. 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. With 80 years' experience in the aerospace market Safran has a reputation for focusing on you, its customer. Supporting both the Civil and Military markets in the UK, Ireland and across sub-Saharan Africa, the company's UK facility in Fareham is the European Maintenance Centre Hub (EMCH) for the Safran Helicopter Engines group, performing level 1 to 3 maintenance/repairs on Arriel, Arrius, Makila and RTM322 engines either onsite or at our customers' facilities. Alongside the EMCH and with a broad customer base in both the fixed wing and rotary wing markets, Safran's experienced team of technical and support staff are also committed to delivering excellence in the Manufacturing, Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul of complex products such as air starters, air producers, auxiliary power units and oil pumps. We are very focused on delivering these products and services to meet all our customer requirements with particular attention to turnaround time performance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Up to 5% annual bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with extra days at key service milestones (5, 10, 20, 30, 40 years)
• Flexitime with the chance to finish early on Fridays (role dependent)
• Hybrid working: three days on-site, two from home (role dependent)
• Onsite amenities: free parking, canteen with subsidised lunch, barista coffee, bike storage, and showers
• 7% company pension contribution from day one
• Health Cash Plan after probation
• Enhanced family friendly benefits (maternity, paternity), and employee assistance programme
• Share purchase scheme after three months' service
• We support your ambitions with training, development, a personalised career plan and mobility opportunities.