Composite Trimmer
| Posting date: | 16 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £31,200.00 to £33,280.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | + Overtime and Shift Allowance |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, NN8 2QH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Travail Employment Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JO0000016717_1771252932 |
Summary
The Role: Experienced Composite Trimmer
Location: Wellingborough
Schedule: Permanent | Monday to Thursday 1630 - 0230
Salary: £31,200 - £33,280 DOE per annum + Overtime + 20% shift allowance
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing (Automotive & Formula One)
The Opportunity
Our client who are a leading manufacturing company working with luxury automotive and motor sport clients are expanding their manufacturing team and are looking for experienced Composite Trimmers. As part of the trimming team, you will be responsible for trimming, finishing and preparing composite carbon fibre components to meet strict quality standards.
The Role
As a Composite Trimmer a typical day will be the following
- Trim and finish composite components using hand tools, power tools, and cutting equipment according to engineering specifications.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, and follow specific job cards to ensure accurate part preparation.
- Perform surface preparation, including sanding, deburring, and edge finishing, to achieve required tolerances and cosmetic standards.
- Inspect components for defects, inconsistencies, or deviations, escalating issues when necessary.
- Work with composite materials such as carbon fibre, resins, adhesives, and gel coats.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment, following all health and safety procedures, including PPE requirements.
Skills and attributes
To be considered for this role, the successful candidate will have the following
- Be an experienced Composite Trimmer who has worked with composite materials within the automotive sector ideally producing parts for F1 or luxury high end performance cars.
- Strong manual dexterity and confidence using trimming tools (e.g Dremels, sanders, knives, grinders).
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and follow detailed work instructions.
- Have an excellent attention to detail and have a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a very busy production environment.
- Able to work to tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
What's on Offer
- Monday - Thursday working + overtime
- 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Company pension scheme
- Private healthcare
- Christmas shutdown
- Free onsite parking
- Overtime available
If you have the required experience for this role, please apply by submitting your CV or for more information, please contact lynne.robertshaw@travail.co.uk
Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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