Machinist Grade 1 (Continental Night Shift)

CompanyThompson Aero Seating

LocationPortadown, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Posted At1/6/2026

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Chief executives and senior officials

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£88,100 (£45.18 per hour)

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Description

A Machinist (Grade 1) at Thompson Aero Seating is a skilled operator with an extensive knowledge of CNC machining processes and programming. They will be integral for shop floor problem solving and improvements while also conducting program prove outs in line with the Final Article Inspection (FAI) process. A keen eye for detail and great mechanical aptitude are essential.

Responsible for operating a number of CNC Machines to their maximum ability with a focus on creativity, ensuring that all products are produced to the required specifications with a focus on world class quality standards, ensuring that targets are consistently met and exceeded.

This role is continental night shift (19:30-07:30) in the Machine Shop. Shift rota will be dicsussed at interview stage.

Responsibilities

Operate several CNC Machines to produce high quality components, ensuring that production deadlines are met, efficiently, safely and to appropriate quality standards
Be completely accountable for world class quality
Take ownership of problem solving to maximise machine capabilities and eliminate waste during machining with a key focus on continuous improvement

Drive costs out of parts through implementing efficiency and improvement measures

Liaise with the Technical Lead to discuss improvements to add value to the machining process consistently raising the bar on standards and leading by example

Work closely with engineering, supply chain and quality colleagues to constantly “raise the bar” on process improvement, cost reduction and standards

Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality and liaise with the Technical Lead with any machine issues that affect quality and production

Understand specifications of the task at hand using engineering drawings

Inspect and measure finished products and determine if the process has been completed properly, engaging with internal stakeholders to ensure exceptional standards are maintained

Liaise with Lead/Manager to ensure high standards of work and on time delivery in accordance with the business needs

Ensure Health & Safety and housekeeping standards are adhered to

Take ownership of issues and escalate to management as required

Maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations

Maintain a safe, organised, and efficient work area

Reward

Competitive salary
33 days annual leave (Increase after 5 years' service)
£5,000 employee referral bonus
Health cash plan
Contributory Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme
Holiday Purchase Scheme - Salary Sacrifice
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life Assurance Scheme at x4 gross salary
Competitive enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
IVF & Assisted Conception Policy
Women in Business Membership
Wellbeing Initiatives
Employee Recognition scheme
Long Service Awards
Local charity / sponsorship activities
Dedicated employee parking
Discounted Gym membership
Learning and development opportunities
Career progression

Requirements

Essential

2+ years’ experience of both 3 and 5 Axis Machines and full competency with ability to train colleagues (Essential for Grade 1 Machinist)
Meticulous attention to detail
Excellent communication skills
Problem solving skills with a focus on process improvements

Understanding of CNC programming and strategies

We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.

Thompson Aero Seating is an Equal Opportunities employer.

For further infomation contact careers@thompsonaero.com