Assembly Technician

Assembly & Installation Technician
Ref: 2198
📍 Chester Area
💷 £45,725 - £51,296 DOE
🕒 Permanent | Full-Time
🔒 DV Security Clearance Required (6-9 Month Process)

Join a High-Precision Manufacturing Environment

We are seeking a skilled Assembly & Installation Technician to join our client's team in Chester. Reporting to the Assembly & Installation Manager, you will play a key role in the assembly, calibration and installation of highly specialised products within a quality-driven manufacturing environment.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in precision assembly or manufacturing who take pride in delivering exceptional standards of workmanship, quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out complex and advanced product assembly in accordance with detailed specifications and work instructions.

* Perform high-precision calibration and adjustment activities using specialist testing equipment, including torque wrenches and digital gauges.

* Conduct pre-use inspections of tools and equipment.

* Monitor equipment and tooling performance, reporting any faults or deviations.

* Complete and maintain accurate assembly, testing and inspection records.

* Record daily production data using computer-based systems.

* Work towards weekly production targets and quality objectives.

* Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles.

* Adhere to strict safety, quality and security procedures at all times.

* Work within contamination-controlled and radiation-controlled environments.

* Support installation, refurbishment and commissioning activities as required.

* Travel to overseas sites may occasionally be required for training, project work or international assignments.

About You

You will be a reliable, detail-focused individual with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

* Good standard of education, ideally GCSE and/or A-Level qualifications.

* Previous experience within an assembly, production or manufacturing environment.

* Excellent manual dexterity and the ability to follow detailed procedures and work instructions.

* Strong attention to detail with a commitment to achieving zero-defect standards.

* Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.

* Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

* Flexibility and reliability with a positive, can-do attitude.

* Ability to obtain and maintain DV Security Clearance.

Desirable

* Forklift Truck or Pedestrian Truck Licence.

Working Hours

Standard Hours

* Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00

* Friday: 07:00 - 12:00

Rotating Hours During Installation & Refurbishment Activities

* Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00 | Friday: 07:00 - 13:00

* Monday - Thursday: 08:30 - 17:30 | Friday: 08:30 - 14:30

Flexibility is required to support operational and customer requirements.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you'll receive an excellent benefits package, including:

✅ Company Performance Bonus
✅ 25 Days Annual Leave, increasing to 28 days after 6 years' service
✅ All Statutory Bank Holidays
✅ Additional Day Off Every 4 Weeks
✅ Company Sick Pay Scheme
✅ Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
✅ Private Healthcare
✅ Life Assurance (7x Annual Salary)

Apply Now

If you have experience in precision assembly or manufacturing and are looking for a rewarding opportunity within a highly regulated, technology-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you