At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare precise composite kits using Zund machinery in automotive manufacturing.
- Company: Join Unipart, a leader in supply chain performance improvement.
- Benefits: Earn up to £37,500, enjoy 33 days holiday, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic team focused on sustainability and efficiency.
- Qualifications: Experience with composite kit cutting and Zund machines preferred.
The predicted salary is between 37500 - 37500 £ per year.
Portsmouth based, PO6 Up to £37,500 dependant upon experience, plus 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), paid lunch break, pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme.
About the Role
As an experienced Kit Cutter for UPCS, you will be instrumental in our automotive manufacturing operations, utilizing Zund machinery to prepare precise composite kits that keep our supply chain moving. You will act as a proactive collaborator within our team, taking pride in your work and contributing to our commitment to delivering high-quality, efficient, and sustainable solutions for our customers.
As part of your key responsibilities you’ll:
- Be responsible for the supply and control of cut kits for laminating as per the work schedule
- Be responsible for stock control and storage of composite materials
- Adhere to all quality standards
- Digitise templates to provide accurate kits
- Identify and implement efficiency gains
- Liaise with the material buyers and ensure a clear understanding of stock is known by all relevant parties
About You
We’d love you to have the following skills and experience, but please apply if you think you’d be able to perform well in this role!
- Composite kit cutting experience OR a similar role
- Experience with Zund and Blackman and White Kit Cutting machines
- Experience with draft sight desirable
- Experience of handling composites materials, its out life and its correct handling
- Ability to work independently, to be self-driven and able to set and monitor own goals
- Competent use of Microsoft suite
About Unipart
We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers’ supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it’s your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you ‘you’ - it is your talent and potential that we value most.
Adjustments for you:
We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you.
You may have experience of the following: CNC Operator, Composites Technician, Materials Cutter, Kit Preparation Operative, Composite Materials Handler, Laminating Technician, Manufacturing Operative, Production Technician, Cutting Room Operative, CNC Cutting Machine Operator.
CNC / Kit Cutter - Automotive Manufacturing in Portsmouth employer: Unipart
At Unipart, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation in the automotive manufacturing sector. Located in Portsmouth, our team enjoys competitive benefits including up to 33 days of holiday, a paid lunch break, and flexible perks like a cycle to work scheme, all while contributing to sustainable supply chain solutions. We are committed to employee growth and inclusivity, ensuring that every individual can thrive and bring their unique talents to our mission.
