About The Role

Assembly Operative - What does the job involve?

The role is required to work as part of a skilled team of multi-disciplined functions. There must be sufficient expertise and confidence clearly demonstrated by experience and/or qualification to work effectively and efficiently on components and assemblies of high value. The job involves working on a range of components and assemblies to carry out various assembly and fitting operations which may include

Hours of work: 39 hours per week.

Core shift - Monday to Thursday 6.45am to 3.30pm and Friday 7.00am to 1.00pm with 30-minute break for lunch

Assembly Operative - What will my responsibilities include?’

Detailed finishing
Assembly in accordance with detailed engineering specifications
Straightening
Pressure Testing
Brazing
Hand polishing
Fettling
Blasting
Part Marking / Cleaning of components
Ensure production times are met in line with each Shop Order.
Focus on Quality and detail.
Raise quality concerns as and when required.
Maintain all Shop Order record logs for completion and accuracy.
Provide accurate updates of Shop Orders to the Production Manager
Able to work to tight tolerances to LPE’s visual acceptance standards.
Maintain cleanliness of area.
Able to meet schedule/timelines in conjunction with the rest of the team.
Flexibility across this section to aid production.

Assembly Operative - What key skills and experience do I need?

Must have the right to live and work in the UK (Essential)
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a skilled metal worker and finisher
Experienced in Assembly to fine limits and tolerances
Experience of working in a metal manufacturing industry
Knowledge of how to handle and protect large yet delicate engineering assemblies
Knowledge and experience of working with special metals like stainless steel and aluminum
Experienced at interpreting drawing requirements.
Previous experience in either an aerospace or industrial background (Desirable)
Knowledge of health and safety requirements (Desirable)
Experience in assembly work and welding / brazing (Desirable)
Assembly Machining experience (Desirable)

Assembly Operative - What qualifications should I have?

O level, CSE, GCSE Minimum
Completed a recognised apprenticeship (Desirable)
NVQ Level 3 (Desirable)
Security Clearance (Desirable)

Why join Senior Flexonics – Lymington Precision Engineers

Some of the benefits you can expect if you are successful are

Excellent pension and life assurance scheme
Free on-site car parking
Career and development opportunities
34 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
Health cash plan scheme
Health & wellbeing services
Employee discount scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Profit sharing scheme
Reward and recognition

LPE are an Equal Opportunities employer who is committed to creating a working environment where our people will grow and thrive. We strive to create the conditions for our employees to develop their potential in a workplace where there is respect and value for diversity and wellbeing.