Assembly Technician – Vehicles in Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Job Title - Assembly Technician - Vehicles

Hours - 37.5pw (4 day week)

Salary - Up to £36,000 dependant on experience

Due to the industry, you must have at least BPSS clearance

An opportunity has arisen to work with one of our largest Defence companies in the UK!

Our clients focus on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers. They are looking for talented individuals to join the company, in return they offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon-Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

Job description - what they need:

• Competent technician capable of electrical and mechanical assembly and integration of complex systems working from drawings and engineering instruction.
• Competent and safe use of all hand and air tools. Use of Jigs, fixtures and measuring tools on precision assemblies.
• Problem solver with a positive attitude.
• Working with support from engineering group a methodical and precise approach to ensure successful completion of production tasks on high value hardware.

Required skills, qualifications and experience:

• A comprehensive range of vehicle assembly testing with previous experience in similar roles.
• Ability to complete set ups and perform quality and performance testing.Ability to test results and work from written instructions with limited supervision.
• Ability to use hand tools and measuring equipment with high accuracy.
• Ability to liaise with the test support and engineering functions.
• Attention to detail and ability to self-inspect work to ensure quality defects are mitigated.
• Flexible to work overtime/modified/Non-standard shifts preferred.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Complete understanding of "clean as you go"/6S/FOD/Tool control programs mandatory.
• Experienced with quality inspection points and process documentation.
• Either recognised apprenticeship in mechanical / electrical assembly / test or equivalent through work experience gained on the job.
• A very high level of health and safety awareness.
• Must be able to take direction well and is a strong team player.
• Extreme attention to detail and continual pursuit of perfection.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain composure in high pressure situations.
• Excellent organisational skills and problem-solving skills.

Overtime is also available. If you feel this is the role for you, just get in touch!

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.