Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician

Monday–Friday | Competitive salary | Twice-yearly bonus scheme

Enjoy hands-on engineering and take pride in precision assembly? We are recruiting an Assembly Technician on behalf of our client, offering the opportunity to build specialist clutches in a clean, bright, laboratory-style manufacturing environment.
With weekday working hours, twice-yearly pay reviews and a generous pension scheme, this is an opportunity to put your mechanical assembly skills to work in a professional workshop.   The role You will build and troubleshoot mechanical components and clutch assemblies, using hand tools, power tools and technical drawings to achieve the required quality standards.
Assemble clutches in line with engineering drawings and issued build instructions.
Carry out quality checks and ensure completed assemblies meet requirements.
Follow internal quality assurance processes and accurately record clutch build data.
Keep the workshop and work areas clean and organised, with machine tools clean and functional.
Follow good health and safety practices throughout your work.  About you We would like to hear from practical, detail-focused candidates with the following skills and experience:
Previous component assembly experience, ideally using vernier calipers, micrometers, dial test indicators and specialist gauging equipment.
A good understanding of general engineering practices, including component fits, limits and tolerances.
The ability to read technical drawings, follow written build instructions and verbal directions, and record assembly data clearly and accurately.
A methodical approach to problem-solving, strong attention to detail and a tidy, organised way of working.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team, manage your time and meet tight deadlines.
A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to undertake workshop duties involving prolonged periods of standing.Engineering qualifications would be an advantage but not essenial; GCSE-level Maths and English are required.  

What’s on offer
Competitive salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Monday–Friday hours: 08:30–17:00, with lunch break from 12:30–13:30.
24 days’ annual leave plus public holidays.
Twice-yearly company pay reviews.
Generous twice-yearly bonus scheme.
Generous defined contribution pension: 6% employer and 2% employee contributions, with the employer contribution increasing to 18% after a three-year qualifying period.
A clean, bright working environment with laboratory-style manufacturing conditions.   Ready to apply? If you enjoy precision assembly and want to bring your practical engineering skills to this role, we would love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed