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.