Skilled Composite Laminator
Pentaxia is a contract-manufacturer of advanced composite (typically carbon fibre) tooling and components. Founded in 2008 and family-owned, the business is on an exciting growth trajectory as we scale to become the UK’s leading advanced composite provider. We’re highly experienced across a diverse range of industry sectors from aerospace and defence to automotive, motorsport and space.
From tooling design and 5-axis CNC machining to composite mould making, component production, painting & lacquering, Pentaxia offers a turnkey build-to-print service and works with multiple well-known, blue-chip organisations globally.
We work hard to develop long-term, trusting relationships with our customer network and have an unrivalled reputation for on-time, quality manufacturing. Our goal is to become the go-to composite partner for the world’s leading Engineering organisations.
Alongside the exploration of new processes and technologies through our R&D activities, Pentaxia heavily invests in our personnel and facilities to drive the business forwards, continually growing year on year. With a site footprint of seven acres, a 70,000sqft facility and plenty of space to expand, we’re positioning ourselves to scale up.
Proud to be an emerging leader in UK Manufacturing, ‘Be the best you can today, be better tomorrow’.
What you will be doing:
As a Composite Laminator, you will be responsible for meticulously preparing and applying composite materials to create high-quality components. Your primary tasks will include interpreting engineering drawings, operating specialised equipment, and implementing precise lay-up techniques. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the production team to ensure that quality standards are met and production timelines are adhered to. Attention to detail, a keen understanding of composite materials, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are key attributes for success in this role.
What we are looking for:
- Good hand skills and an eye for detail.
- A minimum of 2 years experience of Pre-Preg Composite Laminating.
- Competent in vacuum bagging of composite components.
- Ability to understand technical drawings and specifications.
- Disciplined in following company standard operating procedures and quality systems.
- Pre-preg composite experience in motorsport, aerospace or a similar industry would be an advantage.
- Self-motivated to meet quality and delivery targets.
- Have a positive “Can do” attitude to everyday operations and continual improvement initiatives.
Your working hours: 37 hours per week
Monday – Thursday 7.30am – 4pm
Friday 7.30am – 12.30pm
Variations to these hours and overtime may be asked of you dependent on production needs.
Package:
- On-site free parking
- Onsite canteen with subsidised pricing, serving breakfast and lunch
- Large & clean refurbished facilities
- Access to Bike to Work Scheme, Health Cash Plan, Financial, Health & Wellness Programmes
- Discount Schemes for 1000’s of high street, cinemas, instant discounts
- Auto enrolment from day 1 into Company Pension Scheme
- Early Friday finish
- 25 days holiday per year plus statutory bank holidays
- Referral programme
- Overtime paid at competitive rate for weekdays & weekends
- Working with passionate, friendly, and fun people!
If you are applying for this role and have had someone from Pentaxia refer you for the vacancy, please state the employees name on your application form.
If you have a passion for precision and want to contribute to the production of innovative composite solutions, we invite you to apply and be a vital part of our team.
VISA SPONSORSHIP:
Please note that at this time, we do not hold a sponsorship license. Therefore, we are unable to consider candidates who do not possess the legal right to work in the UK for our current vacancies. We appreciate your understanding and encourage applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK.
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