Assembly Technician

Assembly Technician
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Pay Rate: £13.00 – £16.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours: 40 hours per week - Mon to Thurs (07:30 – 16:30) & Fri (07:30 - 14:00)
The company are a leading specialist in designing and manufacturing high-quality test fixtures and bespoke engineered solutions. Due to ongoing expansion and strong project pipelines, we are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Assembly Technician to join our production team in Reading.
The Role
In this role, you will be responsible for the mechanical assembly of bespoke test fixtures and engineered sub-assemblies. You will work closely with design drawings and manufacturing engineers to build custom, high-precision units from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities:
Assembling bespoke fixtures, mechanical structures, and precision components according to engineering drawings and build specifications.
Using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and basic workshop equipment to fit and assemble parts accurately.
Carrying out basic mechanical testing, inspection, and alignment checks to ensure fixtures function correctly before release.
Identifying and reporting any design or part discrepancies to ensure continuous quality control.
Maintaining a tidy, safe, and efficient workspace following standard workshop guidelines.
What We Are Looking For
Experience: Previous hands-on experience in electro-mechanical assembly, fixture building, or precision engineering assembly.
Technical Ability: Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly diagrams, and technical work instructions.
Tool Skills: Proficient with standard hand and power tools (drills, screwdrivers, torque wrenches, measuring tools).
Attributes: High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a methodical approach to builds.
Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team environment as well as independently.
What We Offer
Competitive Pay: £13.00 - £16.00 per hour
Work-Life Balance: Early finish every Friday at 2:00 PM.
Environment: Clean, modern, well-equipped production environment.
Stability: Full-time position within a growing, industry-leading business.
How to Apply
If you have a strong mechanical assembly background and want to work on interesting, custom-engineered products, we want to hear from you!
Please submit your updated CV today to apply.