Mechanical Assembly Technician – Do you have a background in Mechanics, either through work or as a hobby? If yes, then this company is seeking multiple Assembly Technicians to join our well-established and highly regarded scientific equipment brand manufacturer based in Ipswich, on a full-time basis.
This company manufactures and supplies research and production capital equipment, including products used in the fight against COVID-19. We take pride in our work and enjoy what we do!
The Assembly Technician will be expected, after training, to build and test the complete range of SP products manufactured at the Ipswich facility. The Assembly Technician will report to the Production Manager.
For the successful candidate, there is a three-tier progression system supporting training and understanding across our products.
Key tasks for the Assembly Technician will include:
* Assembly of mechanical and electrical sub-systems and full build of SP products.
* Testing of mechanical and electrical assemblies to ensure the product meets quality standards.
* Chamber and condenser assembly, including gassing/evacuation and brazing.
* Low-level fault diagnosis and correction.
* Movement of materials/products.
* In-process quality inspection/testing of materials and products, including maintaining quality records for our QMS ISO 9001 accreditation.
* Assisting in the training of other personnel on build and test processes when suitably experienced.
* Highlighting any defects with items received from outside contractors/suppliers or other departments.
* Meeting defined build times for each product line at the required quality levels and product specifications.
You will be a practical person with mechanical ability, capable of building and creating using your hands. Practical knowledge of the production manufacturing industry and brazing and soldering skills are ideal but not essential.
Ideally, you will have experience in mechanical assembly within a light engineering environment. For more senior roles, machine shop experience, including reading mechanical drawings and Lean manufacturing experience, is preferred. Knowledge of Health and Safety at work, including manual handling techniques, is also important.
We seek candidates with an excellent eye for detail and quality awareness. You should be computer literate and able to communicate effectively in English. Being a team player who can motivate colleagues and capable of multi-tasking with flexible thinking is essential.
This is a full-time permanent role, which is physically demanding. You will be required to follow all Health & Safety, PPE, and ESD procedures in force as per company rules. Hours are 37.5 per week: Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Tuesday – Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:15 PM, and Friday 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
In return, the company offers a competitive salary (depending on experience) and a great benefits package, including 25 days holiday (increases with service), Life Assurance, Healthcare, Company Pension, Employee Assistance Programmes, access to a discount website, ongoing training, regular company meetings, Employee Referral scheme, and Impact Award programme.
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to progress in a rewarding career. If you have the relevant skills, attributes, or experience, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us as soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments.
No recruitment agencies, please.
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