Job Title: Assembly Operator
Location: Fareham, PO15 5TT
Rate: £17.79/hour PAYE (25 days annual holiday pro rata)

Shift: Mon- Thurs (7:30-3:30, Fri:7:00-12:00noon)

Duration: 6 months initially

Position Summary:
Join our team as an Assembly Operator & Tester, responsible for manufacturing and testing a variety of components and assemblies to aerospace standards. You will produce high-quality finished products in accordance with engineering drawings and build specifications, while participating in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture and test components and assemblies using recognised processes and skills

• Ensure work meets quality standards and complies with manufacturing specifications

• Accurately follow engineering drawings and work instructions

• Set up jigs, fixtures, and equipment for assembly or testing

• Work efficiently and independently after initial training, maintaining attention to detail

• Maintain housekeeping standards and participate in 6S/lean activities

• Actively participate in root cause analysis investigations

• Ensure regular, punctual attendance and follow health and safety policies

• Take on other duties as required

Higher Grade Responsibilities:

• Support Team Leader/Management in driving improvements in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery

• Provide production and MPS tools training to colleagues

• Conduct 6S audits and TPM activities

• Raise quality notifications and production orders within SAP systems

Experience & Skills:

• Hands-on experience in a modern manufacturing or safety-critical environment

• Solid experience with mechanical assembly and manufacturing operations

• Skilled in aerospace or automotive industry processes and lean/six sigma methodologies

• Product testing/measurement skills (e.g., insulation resistance, dielectric, continuity, helium leak testing, NDT processes)

• Confident with manual assembly and use of measuring tools (digital calipers, micrometer, etc.)

• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and instructions

• Familiar with Microsoft Office and ERP/database tools (such as SAP)

• Understanding of lean tools such as 6S, 5Y, TPM, Kanban

• Experience in at least three of: mechanical fitting, laser/dot peen part marking, grit blasting, and manual brazing (flame)

To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover note outlining your relevant experience and skills.