Assembly Technician

Our Automotive client based in Leamington Spa are seeking an Assembly Technician on a contract basis to join their team.

Previous mechanical assembly and/or test skills.

Previous mechanical assembly and/or test skills.

Our client, a distinguished leader in the automotive sector, is currently seeking an Assembly Technician to join their team on a contract basis at their Midland Technical Centre in Leamington Spa.

Role: Assembly Technician (6 months contract)

You will be responsible for the preparation and build of gearboxes and axles for low volume, high value driveline systems for a variety of customers.

Knowledge and experience required:

• Good mechanical assembly and/or test skills.
• The ability to prioritise tasks, organise work, and make sound decisions.
• Navigate basic systems and processes while undertaking a range of tasks.
• Knowledge of quality standards, equipment management and maintenance.
• Problem solving skills and the awareness to escalate larger problems.
• Support investigations and contributes ideas for continuous improvement.
• Minimum GCSE in Mathematics and English (Grade C or above).
• Likely to have served a traditional apprenticeship or have relevant experience.
• Assembly and / or end of line test experience of mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to use measurement equipment such as vernier, micrometer etc.
• Intermediate level of PC and general computer skills - good working knowledge of MS office.
• Good organisational skills. Is self-motivated and proactive.
• Awareness of automotive quality control processes

Accountability:

• Manages time effectively and prioritises tasks to meet set deadlines.
• Demonstrates integrity, takes responsibility for actions and decisions, acknowledges errors and develops plans to prevent recurrence with support.
• Pays attention to detail while following strict quality, health, and safety procedures, and implements good judgment to make appropriate decisions.
• Shows vigilance and diligence, maintaining high standards of work while staying calm under pressure.

Additional

• Expected to be UK based as this job requires you to be onsite 5 days per week.

If you have a strong background in assembly and are looking for a contract position with a leading company in the automotive industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team in Leamington Spa.