Assembly Operator
Location: Sunbury-on-Thames
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | Monday–Friday (core hours between 07:00–09:00 and 15:30– 17:30)
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
A leading manufacturer of electro-mechanical systems is seeking an experienced and detail-focused Assembly Operator to join its high-performing operations team. Based in Sunbury-on-Thames, this is a hands-on role suited to individuals who take pride in precision work and want to play a key role in assembling and repairing technical equipment for critical applications.
As an Assembly Operator, you’ll carry out strip-downs, inspections, fault-finding, and rebuilds on a wide range of mechanical and electrical products. You’ll be expected to work to exacting standards, using engineering drawings, SOPs, and calibrated tools.
Key Responsibilities of the Assembly Operator:
- Strip and clean incoming repair units to a survey-ready stage
- Conduct fault-finding and identify component-level failures
- Produce detailed survey reports with documentation of findings and required parts
- Perform mechanical and electrical assembly to engineering drawings and CMMs
- Use tools including torque drivers, micrometers, crimpers, and soldering irons
- Support upgrades, overhauls, and rework of precision assemblies
- Maintain clear documentation and adhere to company manufacturing procedures
- Engage in continuous improvement and 6S activities
- Support cross-training and team collaboration to meet department goals
Skills and Experience Required:
- Previous experience in electro-mechanical assembly or repair
- Able to read and follow engineering drawings, SOPs, and work instructions
- Skilled with small tools and able to handle delicate components
- Strong attention to detail and methodical working style
- Excellent time management and communication skills
- Basic IT skills and ability to complete production documentation
- Professional, self-motivated, and calm under pressure
- Some heavy lifting and ability to work to PUWER regulations
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Private healthcare and pension scheme
- Clean, modern working environment
- Opportunity to work on technically challenging and meaningful products
If you are experienced in assembly work, confident working from technical documentation, and enjoy contributing to a high-performing production team, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this opportunity.
- Electro-mechanical strip, inspect and reassemble
- Read CMMs, SOPs and perform fault diagnosis
- Soldering and precision assembly of small parts