Aerospace Assembly Technician — Welding & Heat Treat

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Devizes; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced pension contribution

Private healthcare

Cycle to Work Scheme

25 days holiday

Life assurance cover

Employee assistance programme

Training and development opportunities

Onsite parking and canteen

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking an hands-on Assembly Technician to join a busy UK manufacturing environment producing high-precision components for aerospace and power generation.

The role offers practical assembly, welding and heat-treatment responsibilities within a specialist team, focusing on quality and continuous improvement. You will work on manual and semi-automated processes with training available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in assembly, manufacturing or production environments.
• Experience with welding, heat treatment, or engineering processes would be advantageous, although full training can be provided.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow work instructions and quality procedures.
• Experience working with machinery or production equipment.
• Positive, reliable and proactive attitude.
• Strong team-working skills and willingness to learn.
• Methodical approach with a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Assemble precision-engineered components using manual and semi-automated processes.
• Carry out detailed assembly work, preparing components for the next stages of manufacture.
• Operate semi-automated welding equipment following established procedures and quality standards.
• Support heat treatment operations, including loading and operating industrial ovens and associated control systems.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately.
• Carry out routine equipment checks and report any issues.
• Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and safety.
• Work closely with colleagues and supervisors to achieve production targets.

Skills

Assembly work

Welding

Heat treatment

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Welding equipment

Industrial ovens

Job description

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking an hands-on Assembly Technician to join a busy UK manufacturing environment producing high-precision components for aerospace and power generation.

The role offers practical assembly, welding and heat-treatment responsibilities within a specialist team, focusing on quality and continuous improvement. You will work on manual and semi-automated processes with training available.