Manufacturing Operator

3 weeks ago

Leeds, ENG, United Kingdom AETC Ltd Full-time
LS19 7AW – Leeds, West Yorkshire 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday Flexibility required to support a 24/7 operation (day, early, late, and night shifts) AETC Ltd is expanding its team and looking for individuals who want to grow within a fast‑moving engineering and manufacturing setting. If you're ready for a fresh challenge and enjoy hands‑on technical work, this could be an excellent opportunity.

About Us
AETC Ltd is a long‑established manufacturer supplying precision‑engineered turbine components for both aerospace engines and industrial gas turbines. With more than seven decades of experience, we support every stage of the manufacturing process—from raw material to fully finished, engine‑ready parts. Our workforce includes highly experienced specialists as well as developing talent, supported through structured training, planning, and continuous investment. Pay & Contract
- Starting hourly rate: £14.04 (training rate)
- Incremental increases every 4 weeks during probation:
- £14.78
- £15.96
- £17.13
- Full rate: £18.43 per hour + applicable shift premiums
- Contract: Permanent, full‑time *Please note: Due to US Export Control requirements, applicants invited to interview will undergo denied‑party screening. Additional authorisations may be required before employment is confirmed.
* What We’re Looking For We’re interested in people who bring energy, reliability, and a willingness to learn. Ideal candidates will demonstrate:
- Proactive work habits and a positive attitude
- Attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality work
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
- Confidence working independently when required
- Openness to learning new technical skills Experience in manufacturing or working to tight specifications is helpful but not essential. Main Responsibilities
- Operating CNC machinery to produce components following approved methods
- Developing machine‑setting capability to meet company standards
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings to ensure correct alignment and setup
- Inspecting components in line with quality procedures and taking approved corrective action
- Using CMM equipment to support inspection activities
- Meeting production, quality, and housekeeping targets set by supervision
- Following company policies including Health & Safety, Code of Conduct, and SOX requirements Desirable (Training Provided)
- CNC machining experience
- Manufacturing background
- CMM operation knowledge
- Ability to read technical drawings
- Competence in manual measurement and self‑inspection What Makes a Strong Candidate
- Eagerness to learn and develop
- Ability to retain technical information
- Logical, methodical approach to tasks
- Good time‑management skills
- Clear and confident communication Performance Expectations
- Consistent quality output
- Meeting production goals
- Adhering to Health & Safety standards Benefits
- Quarterly cash bonus scheme
- Discounted gym memberships
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Instant savings at 80+ major retailers
- Cinema discounts
- Competitive DC pension plan
- 25 days holiday + 9 bank holidays, increasing by up to 5 additional days over 6 years of service Hours AM shift 6am-2pm Monday – Thursday 6am-11am Friday PM shift 2pm-10pm Monday – Thursday 11am-4pm Friday Nights 10pm-6am Monday – Thursday 4pm-9pm Friday

Job Type
s: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £14.04-£18.43 per hour

Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme Work

Location:
In person