Assembly Technician in Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Assembly Technician

Ampthill

7-month contract

Competitive rate (Inside IR35)

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical instructions to assemble precision components
• Carry out mechanical assembly, integration, and basic functional testing of systems and sub-assemblies
• Use precision measurement equipment to verify dimensions and ensure tolerance compliance
• Work with a range of materials and processes, including fastening, bonding, and light fabrication
• Identify build issues or design challenges and work with engineering teams to resolve them
• Maintain accurate build records and documentation to support traceability and quality requirements
• Support continuous improvement activities, including Lean / 6S practices and process refinement

Required Experience

• Minimum 2+ years? experience in a high-precision assembly or manufacturing environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, medical, or advanced R&D)
• Ability to read and interpret ISO / ANSI engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as callipers, micrometres, and gauges
• Competent in the use of manual and light power tools (e.g. drills, torque tools, spot welders)
• Understanding of Lean principles, basic root-cause analysis, and corrective action processes