Our client is a global specialist engineering and manufacturing organisation operating across the defence and security, fluid control and industrial automation sectors. They are seeking a skilled Assembly Operative for a permanent role, assembling and testing complex electro-mechanical products including solenoid systems, naval marine manifolds and valve packages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assemble complex valve and electro-mechanical products in accordance with general arrangement drawings, procedures and technical specifications
- Test completed assemblies using air, fluid and gas pressure media, ensuring products meet defined quality standards
- Read, interpret and validate technical drawings, specifications and build documentation
- Diagnose faults, carry out rectification work and communicate issues effectively to other departments
- Machine sub-assemblies, undertake soldering and complete coil winding activities where required
- Use appropriate measuring equipment to check components against specified tolerances
- Clean, label and finish products ready for inspection and packing
- Maintain accurate production records, complete required qualifications and support the training of colleagues
Job Requirements:
- Relevant engineering qualification, such as an apprenticeship, NVQ Level 2 or 3, HNC Engineering or equivalent
- Significant experience in complex valve assembly within continuous, batch production or one-off manufacturing environments
- Strong mechanical and electro-mechanical assembly skills, with a clear understanding of quality requirements
- Experience of pressure testing using media such as air, fluid and gas
- Ability to read, interpret and validate technical drawings, general arrangement designs, procedures and specifications
- Strong fault-finding, problem-solving and technical communication skills
- Good manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination and attention to detail
- Basic PC literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to record accurate production data
Benefits:
- Permanent employment within a specialist engineering and manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to work on highly engineered products supporting defence and security applications
- Training, qualification and skills development opportunities
- Supportive workplace focused on knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
- Inclusive working environment that values diversity and innovation
If you have experience in assembly, production, quality control and electro-mechanical manufacturing, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a technically advanced engineering environment. Apply now to join our client's specialist team.