Assembler (Fixed-term)

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Challenging projects

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation seeks a capable assembler in Christchurch, UK, to build products, systems and assemblies per drawings and work instructions. You will read drawings, set up equipment, perform rework, and verify quality at intervals, supporting on-time production.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent and 2–4 years in assembly, with strong attention to detail, teamwork, and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or technical certificate.
• Typically 2–4 years in assembly or related manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret drawings, work instructions, and parts lists.
• Experience with tools, fixtures, and measuring equipment.
• Strong documentation, teamwork and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components, subassemblies and configured products using drawings and fixtures.
• Read and interpret drawings, parts lists, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate automatic prepping, loading and insertion equipment.
• Perform rework from test failures and apply ECNs.
• Verify product quality at required intervals.

Skills

Reading drawings

Documentation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Measuring equipment

Fixtures

Specialized tooling

Job description

UK-Christchurch

Full time

JR12841

Under general supervision, performs semi-routine assembly activities to build products, systems, components, or assemblies in accordance with drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements. Applies established procedures to support production accuracy, quality, and schedule attainment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assemble components, subassemblies, and configured products using drawings, process instructions, specialized tooling, fixtures, measuring equipment, and tools. (35%)

• Read and interpret assembly drawings, parts lists, operations sheets, visual aids, and standard work instructions. (25%)

• Set up and operate automatic prepping, loading, insertion, or related assembly equipment as assigned. (15%)

• Perform rework from test failures in accordance with standard repair procedures and incorporate Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) into completed assemblies. (15%)

• Verify product quality at required intervals and confirm accuracy of completed work. (10%)

Representative Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, technical certificate, or equivalent experience.

• Typically 2-4 years of assembly, production, manufacturing, or related experience.

• Ability to interpret drawings, work instructions, parts lists, and operating procedures.

• Experience using tools, fixtures, and measuring equipment.

• Strong documentation, teamwork, and attention to detail.

No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our Talent Acquisition Team ([e-mail]) and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([e-mail])

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([e-mail]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

• Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!
• Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!
• Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.