Assembly Technician​/Mechanical Fitter​/Assembler

Assembly Technician / Mechanical Fitter / Assembler

Join a precision manufacturing environment assembling and testing high-spec components for the aerospace and defence sectors. This hands‑on role involves mechanical assembly, drilling, riveting and quality‑focused production engineering processes.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you:
Manufacturing Operative, Production Technician, Engineering Operative, Mechanical Assembly Technician.

SALARY: Competitive depending on experience + benefits

LOCATION: Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands

JOB TYPE: Full‑Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 39 Hours per Week, 07:30 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday, 07:30 – 12:30 Friday

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Assembly Technician / Mechanical Fitter / Assembler within a well‑established manufacturing organisation supplying components to the aerospace and defence sectors. Working in a modern production facility, the Assembly Technician / Mechanical Fitter / Assembler will carry out precision mechanical assembly and testing of finished assemblies and sub‑assemblies to engineering drawings and bills of materials, ensuring quality assurance and compliance with industry standards.

As an Assembly Technician / Mechanical Fitter / Assembler you will use a range of manufacturing techniques including drilling, bonding, riveting and torque testing, contributing to high‑quality production processes in a fast‑paced engineering environment.

Ready to make your next career move? Apply now for our Recruitment Team to review.

• Mechanical Assembly:
  Assemble finished assemblies and sub‑assemblies in line with specifications and bills of materials.
• Technical Drawing Interpretation:
  Read and work accurately from engineering and technical drawings.
• Drilling and Match Drilling:
  Carry out drilling and match drilling operations to required tolerances.
• Counter Sinking:
  Perform precision drilling and counter sinking tasks.
• Adhesive Bonding:
  Complete adhesive bonding processes in line with production standards.
• Helicoiling and Fastening:
  Install helicoils and carry out bolting and torque testing procedures.
• Riveting Operations:
  Undertake pot riveting and solid riveting activities.
• Sealing and Assembly:
  Perform wet and dry assembly and over‑sealing tasks.
• Electrical Bonding and Testing:
  Conduct electrical bonding and associated testing.
• Pressure Testing:
  Complete pressure testing to required quality and safety standards.

• Previous experience in mechanical assembly within a manufacturing or production environment.
• A background in aerospace, nuclear, medical, high‑end automotive or motor sport sectors.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Experience with drilling, riveting, bonding and torque testing processes.
• Understanding of quality assurance standards such as AS9100 or EASA Part 21 (G) is desirable.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.
• Flexible approach with a proactive, ‘can do’ attitude.
• Ideally located within a reasonable commuting distance of Sutton‑in‑Ashfield.

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

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