Job Title: Assembly Technician
Location: Bury St Edmunds
Hours: Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 4:00pm (4-day working week)
Are you a hands-on, reliable individual with strong mechanical skills? We are currently recruiting for a Assembly Technician to join a well-established and growing engineering manufacturer. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term role with a company that values quality, safety, and teamwork.
The Role
As a Assembly Technician, you will be responsible for assembling, testing, and inspecting valves in line with engineering specifications and quality standards. You will play a key role in ensuring products meet required performance and safety criteria before dispatch.
Key Responsibilities
Assemble valve components accurately using hand tools, fixtures, and engineering drawings
Carry out pressure, functional, and leak testing as required
Inspect components and completed valves to ensure they meet quality standards
Accurately record build and test data
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment
Identify and report defects, issues, or opportunities for improvement
What We're Looking For
Ability to read and follow engineering drawings and assembly instructions
Good mechanical aptitude with strong hands-on assembly skills
Experience using hand tools and basic measuring equipment
Understanding of quality standards and safe working practices
High attention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerances
Basic problem-solving skills
Personal Attributes
Highly reliable with excellent timekeeping and attendance
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
Eager to learn new skills, processes, and product types
Takes pride in workmanship and product quality
Works consistently to build targets and standard processes
Strong focus on health and safety
Communicates effectively and works well within a team
Takes responsibility for own work and continuous improvement
Additional Requirements
Happy to stand for extended periods
Comfortable with regular movement within the work cell
Able to carry out repetitive tasks
Manual handling will be required
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team on a structured Monday-Thursday shift pattern, offering a great work-life balance with a long weekend every week.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today with your CV.
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