Assembly Technician

Ampthill

7-month contract

Competitive rate (Inside IR35)

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical instructions to assemble precision components
• Carry out mechanical assembly, integration, and basic functional testing of systems and sub-assemblies
• Use precision measurement equipment to verify dimensions and ensure tolerance compliance
• Work with a range of materials and processes, including fastening, bonding, and light fabrication
• Identify build issues or design challenges and work with engineering teams to resolve them
• Maintain accurate build records and documentation to support traceability and quality requirements
• Support continuous improvement activities, including Lean / 6S practices and process refinement

Required Experience

• Minimum 2+ years? experience in a high-precision assembly or manufacturing environment (e.g. aerospace, defence, medical, or advanced R&D)
• Ability to read and interpret ISO / ANSI engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience using precision measurement tools such as callipers, micrometres, and gauges
• Competent in the use of manual and light power tools (e.g. drills, torque tools, spot welders)
• Understanding of Lean principles, basic root-cause analysis, and corrective action processes

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. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.