The Composite Operator role is responsible for carrying out the required standard activities of their assigned tasks, in full compliance to the Work Instruction and/or Standard Operating Procedure, and without compromise to their own, and colleagues, safety.

Where required to achieve “certified” status, the team member will be taught how to undertake their tasks safely, and to a high quality level, through a rigorous Job Instruction process, and will be expected to attain the relevant certification, as measured by the competence matrix and specified in the site’s BMS/QMS.

The team member will be fully supported by their Team Leader (TL), who will enable their training, coaching and quickly respond to them if they find any off-standard / quality issues.

They will be expected to actively identify safety concerns (Hazard identification), make problems immediately known to their TL (Pull the Andon), and raise improvement ideas to solve problems (Kaizen).

They will be part of a team that will collectively work on creating a ‘Great Place To Work’ through a culture of continuous improvement, safe working and open dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to their team in creating a “Great Place to Work” by role-modelling safety-first, a Kaizen mind-set, and supporting their colleagues
• Hold themselves, and fellow team members accountable to embody the GKNA culture principles
• Undertake all of their tasks in compliance with the standard work and their training, and make any problems; safety, quality, or other, immediately known to their TL
• Exemplify a safety-first mindset and follow all GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards
• Understand their teamÂ’s People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cash and Cost Key Performance Indicators and their contribution to them
• Become certified at the Lean Foundation level and implement at least 1 Kaizen per month
• Support the team and TL in problem solving, contributing ideas based upon own experience of their tasks
• Be an active member of the team, promoting collective engagement with each other
• Comply with all legal and regulatory requirements:
• The companyÂ’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action policies
• Compliance and Ethics Policy on Contracting with the United States Government in all areas of responsibility involving direct and indirect contracting with the United States Government
• Export Control regulations

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Previous manufacturing experience is helpful, but not required
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee) per ITAR regulations to comply with export control requirements, with the ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance if needed.

Physical requirements

This role involves standing, bending, reaching, and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods. Candidates should be able to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 lbs and work safely in a manufacturing environment using appropriate personal protective equipment.

Why join GKN Aerospace Tallassee?

This is more than a job. It's a chance to build components for some of the biggest names in aerospace and defense while building a future of your own.

As you develop your skills, you'll have opportunities to gain experience in advanced manufacturing, take on new challenges, and grow your career with a company investing in its people and future. And with a team that's known for its strong sense of community, you'll be joining a workplace where people look out for each other and take pride in what they build together.

GKN Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.