Assembler

Eaton Group; South Molton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Group is seeking an Assembler Tester to assemble and test Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Fuel Valves, Couplings and related components. You will work to Aerospace quality standards, ensuring parts meet fit, form and function while following lean principles and safety guidelines.

The role requires ability to read engineering drawings, use measurement equipment, and possibly undertake cross-training to cover all functions within the team. Flexibility to adapt to production needs is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly including drilling and fitting is advantageous.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and associated terminology.
• Knowledge of LEAN processes and continuous improvement is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Fuel Valves, Couplings and related components per drawings and procedures.
• Follow test schedules and complete paperwork including test reports.
• Adhere to Health & Safety and COSHH guidelines and lean principles.
• Support investigations and problem-solving within the team.
• Be flexible to cover production needs and operate with minimal supervision.

Skills

Assembly experience

Engineering drawings

LEAN processes

Measurement techniques

Aerospace experience

Basic computer literacy

Education

Engineering Apprenticeship preferred

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

What you’ll do:

The Assembler Tester’s main purpose is to assemble and test Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Fuel Valves, Couplings and other equipment, ensuring parts are produced within specific cycle times to Aerospace quality standards and meets fit, form and function.

Essential Functions:

• Observe Health & Safety and COSHH procedures
• Assembling in conjunction with engineering drawings and company procedures including drilling and locking
• Follow production acceptance test schedules using a variety of test media’s including oil, water, Kerosene and Skydrol
• Accurately complete paperwork including test report
• Cross training available to cover all functions of team
• Support team with investigations and problem-solving exercises
• Ability to work on own or with minimal supervision
• Ability to flex hours and between functions to suit production needs
• Application of lean principles/tools/seven wastes etc.

Qualifications:

Skills:

• Experience of assembly including drilling and fitting skills advantageous
• Experience of using engineering drawings and associated terminology
• Previous experience in a similar Aerospace environment advantageous
• Conversant with Basic Measurement Techniques and using appropriate measurement equipment
• Knowledge of LEAN processes
• Reasonable level of computer literacy
• Engineering Apprenticeship preferred
• GCSE or equivalent in English and Math’s preferred