Assembler

Orion Electrotech; Marlow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compressed 4-day week

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Overtime paid

Private medical insurance

Discretionary 5% profit bonus

Pension matched up to 8%

Cycle to work

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Orion Electrotech in Maidenhead is seeking an enthusiastic Assembler to build mechanical sub-assemblies and full products in line with engineering drawings. You will use hand tools and basic machinery, read technical instructions, and contribute to high-quality builds.

The role offers a 4-day week option, 25 days holiday, overtime rates, private medical insurance, pension matched up to 8%, cycle to work, and an employee assistance programme.

Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical instructions.
• Strong attention to detail with focus on quality.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical sub-assemblies and full products per engineering specs.
• Use hand tools and basic machinery to build quality components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and assembly instructions.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure builds meet standards.
• Identify faults, report issues, and perform rework when required.
• Maintain a clean and organised work environment.

Skills

Mechanical assembly experience

Reading drawings & instructions

Attention to detail

Tools

Hand tools & assembly equipment

Job description

Assembler

Job title: Assembler

Location: Maidenhead

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Working Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm (early finish on a Friday)

Duties

• Assembling mechanical sub-assemblies and full products in line with engineering specifications
• Using hand tools and basic machinery to build high-quality components
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and assembly instructions
• Conducting quality checks and inspections to ensure builds meet required standards
• Identifying faults, reporting issues, and carrying out rework when required
• Maintaining a clean and organised work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a mechanical assembly or manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and technical instructions
• Competent in the use of hand tools and assembly equipment
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality
• Good manual dexterity and practical skills
• Experience working within a production or workshop environment

Benefits

• Compressed 4-day working week available
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell leave
• Overtime paid at time and a half, double time on Sundays
• Private medical insurance
• Discretionary 5% profit bonus
• Pension contribution matched up to 8%
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme