Assembler
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Position Overview & Specifications
Scope of Role: To complete mechanical/electro assembly work to technical drawings and CMM.
Main Duties/Responsibilities:
You will be carrying out some of the following duties:
Mechanical assembly work to drawing and/or CMMs.
Electro/mechanical work, fan/motors and or heaters to drawing and/or CMMs.
Use basic hand tools and measuring equipment. For example torque drivers, crimping tools, micrometers and verniers
Soldering of small components
Brazing
Carry out, where appropriate, mechanical and electrical tests as defined in the process control documents. For example: Flash, resistance and inductance
Adhere to all company manufacturing procedures.
Complete all relevant documentation.
Provide any information or help required to customers, suppliers and visitors from other companies within our group of companies who often tour the factory floors, and may well take the opportunity to examine parts, talk to staff or watch them carry out their work. Therefore, the ideal candidate should be able to communicate at all levels.
Participate in any Continuous Improvement and 5S activities that affects the quality or output of the product.
Where PPE (personal protective equipment) is provided, you will be required to use it.
Carry out all activities as defined above in a timely manner to ensure the company manufacturing targets are achieved.
You will be required to take on ad hoc duties which includes, but is not limited to, training colleagues in line with local skills matrix, department associated tasks and brief secondment to other departments.
Professional Knowledge & Experience:
Able to read and understand drawings and or CMMs and or SOP’s
Able to work from SOPs in tandem with drawings
Able to read, write and understand English.
Knowledge of tools, i.e. circlip pliers, pliers, screwdrivers, tweezers, scrapers, Swiss files etc
Soldering skills on small components
Skills on the use of machines, lathes, drills etc
Brazing desirable
Previous experience in a production environment, assembly of wide range of electro/mechanical products
Experience in assembling small components, i.e. model kits or other small component assembly
Ability to work in a team
Methodical / logical
Good time management
Able to communicate at all levels
Team player
Self motivated
Professional
17.Handles pressure well
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Electronics Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Assembler roles across AMETEK, Inc.'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Electronics Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £18,532 - £22,800 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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