Vacant job

About the company

Every time you fly, almost anywhere in the world, it is likely that GKN Aerospace is helping you along the way. GKN's technology and components are used in 90% of the world's aircraft, ranging from small and large passenger planes, business jets, to the world's most advanced fighter jets. They also design and manufacture innovative components for space systems.

GKN Aerospace is now looking for a wax assembler/operator for its foundry in Hallstahammar. Wax assembly is one of the first steps in the manufacturing chain and a crucial part of the process where details are prepared for further processing in the precision foundry.

Your responsibilities

In the role of wax assembler, you work with assembling wax details onto the tree (sprue), which is the starting point for the entire casting process. The work is performed manually and requires great precision, patience, and the ability to follow instructions in detail. You work methodically and with high precision, as your work lays the foundation for the quality of the subsequent steps in the process.

The role also includes working as an operator at wax machines, where you are responsible for monitoring and handling the machines according to given instructions.

The work is largely performed sitting down and involves fine motor manual work in a calm but concentration-demanding environment. In the operator role at the machines, however, it is standing work. You become part of a larger team and report to a team leader.

Your responsibilities include, among other things:

• Assembling wax details onto the tree through manual work.
• Working as an operator at wax machines and handling them according to instructions.
• Following instructions, drawings, and images for correct assembly.
• Performing visual inspection of wax details and fully assembled wax trees.
• Preparing wax details for assembly through dimension control and defect inspection of the product.
• Repairing defects with repair wax or scraping off material as needed.
• Ensuring that the details are correctly assembled before the next process step.

The position is based on a two-shift system.

Working hours 2-shift

• Morning: 06:00–14:00 (Monday–Thursday), 06:00–12:00 (Friday)
• Afternoon: 14:00–23:30 (Monday–Thursday)

Your profile

We are looking for someone who thrives with careful and fine motor work and who has the patience to work methodically for longer periods. You are calm, structured, and have an easy time following instructions. The role suits you if you enjoy craft-like tasks and have a steady hand.

We also look for you to have a technical interest and curiosity for machines and processes. As a person, you are positive, driven, and contribute energy to the team.

Previous experience is not a requirement, but it is an advantage if you have worked with similar tasks within, for example, crafts, assembly, soldering, or other precision work. The most important thing is your attitude, precision, and willingness to do it right from the start.

We would like you to:

• Be precise and have good fine motor skills.
• Enjoy sedentary and concentration-demanding work.
• Have patience and work calmly and methodically.
• Have a technical interest.
• Be positive, engaged, and have your own drive.
• Have experience in craft work, assembly, or similar (meritorious).
• Have experience in handling machines.
• Have completed upper secondary education.
• Have a B driving license.

The work may occasionally involve handling chemicals, which requires the use of a face shield.

Application procedure In this recruitment, GKN Aerospace collaborates with Skill. The position involves a consulting assignment for 6 months with very good opportunities for extension with Skill or employment with GKN.

If you have questions about the position, you are welcome to contact the responsible recruiter [email protected]

We are now entering a holiday period which may mean slightly longer response times. We will be back at full capacity in week 32 and look forward to taking the process further thereafter.