Role: Assembly Technician Location: Leamington Spa Job ID: 2025 – 2675 Ricardo’s Performance Products division are seeking an Assembly Technician on a contract basis. You will be responsible for the preparation and build of gearboxes and axles for low volume, high value driveline systems for a variety of customers. whilst upholding the highest quality standards. Role autonomy: Works within established practices and follows assigned priorities and deadlines. If unsure, is expected to stop / call / wait. Reports to a team leader. Reacts to challenges as they arise while following safe working operations and standard procedures. With experience is capable of training others Problem solving element: Demonstrates logical thinking and resolves routine problems, offering recommendations. Understands and solves medium complexity issues while escalating larger problems - or resolving them with support. Understands and interprets requirements accurately through questioning, listening, clarifying, and implementing. Supports investigations and contributes ideas for continuous improvement. Understands the appropriate actions to take when faced with unusual situations. Knowledge and complexity: Has good assembly and or test skills Has advanced knowledge and expertise, with the ability to prioritise tasks, organise work, and make sound decisions. Navigates basic systems and processes while undertaking a range of tasks. Possesses sufficient workplace knowledge and experience and follows established rules with little deviation, seeking appropriate action for out-of-scope problems. Has proficiency and knowledge of relevant systems, processes, best practices and regulations. Learns new skills and applies fresh knowledge. Has knowledge of quality standards, equipment management and maintenance, where relevant. Accountability: Manages time effectively and prioritises tasks to meet set deadlines. Demonstrates integrity, takes responsibility for actions and decisions, acknowledges errors and develops plans to prevent recurrence with support Pays attention to detail while following strict quality, health and safety procedures, and implements good judgment to make appropriate decisions. Adheres to Ricardo’s mission, values, and goals in all actions. Shows vigilance and diligence, maintaining high standards of work while staying calm under pressure. Leadership: Engages in a productive team to deliver monthly build targets to a high-quality standard Works effectively with colleagues and offers guidance to those engaged in similar work. Is capable of training others to a known standard Liaises with the team leader on day-to-day work May support the team leader by covering some delegated tasks Must be able to communicate in a clear, concise, honest manner. Additional/special features of the role: Location / Travel: Expected to be UK based within the RPP office in Leamington Spa, 5 days per week Essential technical and professional skills, knowledge and qualifications: Minimum GCSE in Mathematics and English (Grade C or above). Likely to have served a traditional apprenticeship or have relevant experience. Assembly and / or end of line test experience of mechanical and hydraulic systems. Ability to use measurement equipment such as vernier, micrometer etc. Intermediate level of PC and general computer skills – good working knowledge of MS office. Good organisational skills. Is self-motivated and proactive. Awareness of automotive quality control processes