Assembly & Installation Technician
Location: Chester Area. Salary: £45,725 - £51,296 DOE. Position type: Permanent | Full-Time. DV Security Clearance required (6-9 month process).
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
- 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
Benefits
Flexibility is required to support operational and customer requirements.
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)
