Aerospace Assembly Technician - Welding & Heat Treatment

Reed; Devizes; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time position

Double-day shift pattern

Bonus scheme

Enhanced pension contribution

Private healthcare

Cycle to Work Scheme

25 days holiday

Life assurance cover

Employee assistance programme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Reed is seeking a hands-on Assembly Operative to join a busy manufacturing environment producing high-precision aerospace and power-generation components. The role covers assembly, welding and heat treatment, in a specialist team dedicated to quality and precision.

You will be involved in producing components to exacting standards, with on-the-job training and opportunities to develop across various processes and equipment.

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 experience

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Welding

Heat treatment

Following procedures

Machinery experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Industrial ovens

Job description

Reed is seeking a hands-on Assembly Operative to join a busy manufacturing environment producing high-precision aerospace and power-generation components. The role covers assembly, welding and heat treatment, in a specialist team dedicated to quality and precision.

You will be involved in producing components to exacting standards, with on-the-job training and opportunities to develop across various processes and equipment.