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)
Location: Leamington Spa
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.