Job at a glance
It's great to know you're making a difference to the future of aviation! Whatever part you play you'll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers. At our GKN Filton site, we specialise in the design and manufacture of large complex structural wing assemblies, detailed metallic components and wing systems for a combination of both civil and military aircraft. We are seeking a qualified level 2 PFD Operator to undertake non-destructive testing & penetrant processing inspection of components to identify surface defects.
The successful individual will be required to work on both manual and automated penetrant testing lines as part of a team of up to 16 PFD Operators within our IMF facility and need to be flexible as the role will involve working shifts across both our automatic and manual PFD plants. Day shifts (07:00am - 18:45pm) + 25% Shift Allowance Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2: Thursday, FridayHow You'll Contribute Accountable for recording value stream tasks within the site Risk Assessment Management tool with the risks being accurately recorded and controls put in place to help reduce the risk Ensure parts are produced on a 'right first time' basis Ensure that any calibrated equipment used is within date Responsible for the timely clearance of work phases using the SAP system Responsible for highlighting any non-conformance to the Process Team Leader Adhering to the requirements of the GKNAF Quality Procedures Accountable for Health & Safety requirements under Section 7 of the HASAWA 1974 To hold first party inspection approval (M02 status is subject to obtaining A stamp approval) Performing the tasks, learning, understanding and working to the governing specifications Ensure compliance with all risk assessments and company Environment, Health & Safety Procedures relevant to all work activities.
Report all incidents, accidents and near misses as per the company's procedure and implementation of identified corrective actions. Maintain good standards of housekeeping in designated work areas Champion 'Export Control' compliance activities, ensuring adherence to the site 'Technology Control Plan (TCP)', guaranteeing compliance with Export Control Regulations, controls, training and systems Qualified to EN4179 Level 2 (minimum) Knowledge in the use of risk based methods and techniques (ISO 31000) for audit planning and management Demonstrable experience in Practical Problem Solving (PPS) and Route Cause and Corrective Actions (RCCA) Techniques in order to provide effective audit follow up / closure assessments Experience in undertaking Internal Audits against the audit process requirements defined within ISO 19011 Demonstrable knowledge of ASENJISQ9100 / ISO 9001 and IAQG SLA Frameworks and experience of Quality Management Systems/Process Approach An effective communicator both written and verbally with experience in MS applications/tools Desirable: Thorough understanding of the content and application of the IAQG / EAQG ISO Standards and IAQG SCMH Experience in the use of the IAQG OASIS database for the input to audit planning Knowledge of Business Process Management and the APQC Process Classification Framework Knowledge of AS13100 and the associated reference materials GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener!
Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we're inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We're proud to play a part in protecting the world's democracies. And we're committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025.
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