Details:
- Salary: £44,725 - 51,296 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: CH1 Chester Cheshire West and Chester
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
Assembly & Installation Technician
Ref: 2198
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Join a High-Precision Manufacturing Environment
We are seeking a skilled Assembly & Installation Technician to join our client's team in Chester. Reporting to the Assembly & Installation Manager, you will play a key role in the assembly, calibration and installation of highly specialised products within a quality-driven manufacturing environment.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in precision assembly or manufacturing who take pride in delivering exceptional standards of workmanship, quality and safety.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out complex and advanced product assembly in accordance with detailed specifications and work instructions.
* Perform high-precision calibration and adjustment activities using specialist testing equipment, including torque wrenches and digital gauges.
* Conduct pre-use inspections of tools and equipment.
* Monitor equipment and tooling performance, reporting any faults or deviations.
* Complete and maintain accurate assembly, testing and inspection records.
* Record daily production data using computer-based systems.
* Work towards weekly production targets and quality objectives.
* Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in line with 5S principles.
* Adhere to strict safety, quality and security procedures at all times.
* Work within contamination-controlled and radiation-controlled environments.
* Support installation, refurbishment and commissioning activities as required.
* Travel to overseas sites may occasionally be required for training, project work or international assignments.
About You
You will be a reliable, detail-focused individual with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Essential Requirements
* Good standard of education, ideally GCSE and/or A-Level qualifications.
* Previous experience within an assembly, production or manufacturing environment.
* Excellent manual dexterity and the ability to follow detailed procedures and work instructions.
* Strong attention to detail with a commitment to achieving zero-defect standards.
* Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to work.
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
* Flexibility and reliability with a positive, can-do attitude.
* Ability to obtain and maintain DV Security Clearance.
Desirable
* Forklift Truck or Pedestrian Truck Licence.
Working Hours
Standard Hours
* Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00
* Friday: 07:00 - 12:00
Rotating Hours During Installation & Refurbishment Activities
* Monday - Thursday: 07:00 - 16:00 | Friday: 07:00 - 13:00
* Monday - Thursday: 08:30 - 17:30 | Friday: 08:30 - 14:30
Flexibility is required to support operational and customer requirements.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, you'll receive an excellent benefits package, including:
✅ Company Performance Bonus
✅ 25 Days Annual Leave, increasing to 28 days after 6 years' service
✅ All Statutory Bank Holidays
✅ Additional Day Off Every 4 Weeks
✅ Company Sick Pay Scheme
✅ Defined Contribution Pension Scheme
✅ Private Healthcare
✅ Life Assurance (7x Annual Salary)
Apply Now
If you have experience in precision assembly or manufacturing and are looking for a rewarding opportunity within a highly regulated, technology-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you