Assembly Operative

Vanta Staffing; Amersham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanta Staffing is seeking Assembly Operatives to join our client in Amersham. You will assemble a variety of components primarily for aircraft interiors, working with materials such as polycarbonate, metals, and composites, ensuring all products meet precise quality standards.

Role offers full-time hours (38 per week) with a 30-minute lunch, Monday-Thursday 07:30–16:15 and Friday 07:30–12:30. Ideal candidates have hands-on assembly experience and a keen eye for detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in component assembly with attention to instructions.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Aerospace interiors assembly experience is advantageous.
• Proficient with band saws, routers, drills and hand tools.
• Detail-oriented with good hand–eye coordination.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to quality and lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Bond and assemble plastic aircraft interior parts.
• Follow work instructions and drawings accurately.
• Achieve and surpass manufacturing targets.
• Prepare and assemble composite components.
• Repair and overhaul damaged plastic parts.
• Visually inspect and self-certify finished products to ensure quality.
• Undertake training and assist with other production and assembly duties as required.
• Actively contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Participate in daily and weekly SQCDP board meetings.
• Support team goals by delivering quality results.

Skills

Work Instructions

Component Assembly

Aerospace Experience

Band Saws/Tools

Independent & Team

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Hand-Eye Coordination

Job description

Role:Assembly Operative

Are you motivated by a fast-paced environment and enjoy hands-on assembly work? Vanta Staffing is seeking Assembly Operatives to join our client in Amersham. You will assemble a variety of components primarily for aircraft interiors, working with materials such as polycarbonate, metals, and composites, ensuring all products meet precise quality standards.

Full-time hours: 38 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 07:30 - 16:15, and Friday 07:30 - 12:30, including a 30-minute lunch and short morning and afternoon breaks each day.

Responsibilities

• Bond and assemble plastic aircraft interior parts including panels, meal trays, seat backs, literature pockets, and magazine racks.
• Follow work instructions and engineering drawings accurately.
• Achieve and surpass manufacturing targets.
• Prepare and assemble composite components.
• Repair and overhaul damaged plastic parts.
• Visually inspect and self-certify finished products to ensure quality.
• Undertake training and assist with other production and assembly duties as required.
• Actively contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Participate in daily and weekly SQCDP board meetings.
• Support team goals by delivering quality results.

Essential skills

• Ability to follow work instructions and interpret engineering drawings.
• Previous experience in component assembly.
• Experience in aerospace interiors assembly is advantageous.
• Competent in using machinery such as band saws, hand routers, drills, and hand tools.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Good hand-to-eye coordination.