Assembly & Test Technician

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Assembly & Test Technician

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an Assembly & Test Technician for a leading engineering company based in Netley, Southampton.

Introduction

The primary role of the Assembly & Test Technician will be to provide support to the engineering team with mechanical testing as well as the assembly, repair build of the site's products to high specifications.

Responsibilities:

Setting up, preparation and testing mechanical assemblies.
Recording and processing test result data
Maintain strict company health and safety guidelines

Ideal Experience:
Previous experience within mechanical assembly or mechanical test
Ability to use hand tools
Ability to read assembly / engineering drawings and work to instructions
Attention to detail
IT literate with Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Any experience with composites, hydraulics, or 3D CAD would be an advantage

Hours: Day Shift - Flex on start and finish times

Salary: £26,000 - £30,000

Benefits: Pension, Healthcare Scheme, Flexible start and finish times

If you could be interested in this Assembly & Test Technician opportunity, please apply and we'll be in touch to arrange a call

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