Assembler

Are you an experienced Assembly Operative, Production Operative or Manufacturing Technician looking for your next opportunity within a precision engineering environment? Do you enjoy working from engineering drawings, assembling high-quality products and being part of a team that takes pride in delivering world-class manufacturing standards? We're supporting Porvair in Fareham who are looking to recruit an Assembly Operative to join their Production team. What’s the role all about? As an Assembly Operative, you'll be responsible for the safe and accurate assembly of specialist filtration products used within demanding aerospace applications. Working from engineering drawings, job cards and process documentation, you'll ensure products are assembled to exact specifications while maintaining the highest standards of quality, traceability and workmanship. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on assembly work within a quality-focused manufacturing environment. Key responsibilities Assemble components and products in line with engineering drawings and job cards Work to customer and company specifications, ensuring products meet quality requirements Maintain complete and accurate traceability records, routing cards and test documentation Carry out visual inspections and quality checks throughout the assembly process Follow calibration and equipment control procedures Support MRB, NCR and audit activities when required Escalate material shortages, delays or production issues promptly Minimise scrap, rework and waste through efficient working practices Support continuous improvement initiatives across the production department Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and support 5S activities Follow all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures What you'll need To succeed in this role, you'll bring: Previous experience within a manufacturing, production or assembly environment Ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings Strong attention to detail and measurement accuracy Good manual dexterity and practical assembly skills Strong record-keeping and documentation discipline Ability to work both independently and as part of a team A reliable and quality-focused approach to work Desirable Aerospace manufacturing experience Experience assembling precision-engineered products Knowledge of filtration products or similar technical assemblies Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies such as 5S and problem solving Experience working within regulated manufacturing environments About you You're someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work and understands the importance of accuracy and traceability. You'll be: Detail-focused and methodical Reliable with excellent timekeeping Calm and professional under pressure Adaptable to changing priorities A strong team player with a willingness to learn Committed to delivering high standards of workmanship Why join? This is an opportunity to join a growing aerospace manufacturing business where quality, precision and innovation are at the heart of everything they do. You'll become part of a supportive team manufacturing specialist products used in critical applications worldwide. Interested? If you're an experienced Assembly Operative, Production Operative or Manufacturing Technician looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion. Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy