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Assembly Technician

Staverton Bridge
6 days ago
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About Quickmach Engineering
Quickmach Engineering currently employs 75+ skilled professionals and is a leading sub-contract engineering manufacturer. We specialize in supplying intricate precision-machined components for the Aerospace, Medical, and Oil & Gas industries.

We are seeking a time-served Aerospace Assembler to join our growing team and contribute to high-precision assembly work.

๐Ÿ’Ž Why This Role is Great



Work on complex aerospace and medical assemblies

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Use a variety of assembly techniques such as riveting, swaging, and bonding

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Join a skilled, supportive team in a fast-paced, precision environment

๐Ÿ”ง Key Responsibilities

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โœ… Assemble Aerospace and Medical components according to technical drawings, using techniques such as riveting, swaging, bonding, and fitting Lee Plugs, bushes, and wire inserts

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โœ… Inspect work to ensure assemblies meet quality and dimensional specifications before, during, and after build

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โœ… Operate a range of tools including drills, riveters, wrenches, calipers, and other specialized equipment

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โœ… Create, follow, and improve SOPs related to assembly builds

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โœ… Accurately complete traceability documentation (electronically and manually)

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โœ… Manage consumable stock, ensuring correct levels and adherence to expiry dates where applicable

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

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Minimum of 2 yearsโ€™ experience in assembly within Aerospace or related industries

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Experience with complex assemblies and working to tight tolerances

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Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings and specifications

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Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve assembly issues with minimal supervision

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High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

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Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment with precision

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Understanding of mechanical principles and ability to work with metals, composites, and plastics

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Basic mathematical proficiency for measurements, calculations, and conversions

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Adaptable to changing project requirements and new technologies

๐ŸŽ What We Offer

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๐Ÿ’ฐ Competitive pay rates

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๐Ÿ•’ 37-hour working week

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๐Ÿ† Monthly attendance bonuses

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๐ŸŽฏ Individual & company-wide performance bonuses

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๐ŸŒด 33 days annual leave (+ option to purchase more)

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โšฐ๏ธ Death in service benefit

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๐Ÿ’น Length of service enhanced pension contributions

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โฑ๏ธ Regular overtime at enhanced rates

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๐Ÿ’ณ Access to discounts and salary sacrifice schemes, including EV Salary Sacrifice

โœจ Join Quickmach and Build Your Career!
Work on high-precision aerospace and medical assemblies, contribute to quality manufacturing excellence, and enjoy a rewarding benefits package.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Apply Now

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