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Composites Fitter

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Expleo is proud to support a world-leading automotive manufacturer known for its dedication to excellence, innovation, and performance. Based in Sheffield, on a contract basis, we are looking for an experienced Composites Assembly Fitter to join a high-performing production team.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with a background in composites, automotive, or high-end manufacturing, with strong skills in bonding, finishing, inspection, and assembly of composite components.

Key Responsibilities

  • Apply technical knowledge to safely and effectively carry out composite production processes - particularly bonding, finishing, and inspection.
  • Maintain the highest levels of quality assurance across all components produced.
  • Support the Team Leader in prioritising workloads and step in when required.
  • Actively contribute to the training and development of colleagues.
  • Ensure your work area is clean, safe, and aligned with brand standards.
  • Continuously seek ways to improve processes, quality, and efficiency.
  • Support all departmental processes and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
  • Deliver against tight deadlines in a high-pressure production environment.

    Experience & Skills:
  • Previous experience in composites, automotive, or manufacturing (essential).
  • Familiarity with pre-preg materials and composite bonding processes.
  • Competence with air tools, hand tools, adhesives, and assembly practices.
  • Strong understanding of quality control and inspection processes.
  • Proven experience in fitting/assembly production roles with attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision and use own initiative.
  • Capable of reading and interpreting engineering drawings/specifications.
  • Confident with problem-solving and using PC-based systems (MS Office preferred).

    For more information or to apply for the position of Composite Fitter, please contact Leanne Eaton or (phone number removed) or email an updated CV to (url removed)

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