Assembly Operative

Vanta Staffing Limited; Chesham Bois; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanta Staffing is recruiting for an Assembly Operative to join our client in Amersham. The role involves assembling plastic aircraft interior parts, following engineering drawings and work instructions to meet high-quality standards.

You'll work on 38 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 07:30–16:15 and Friday 07:30–12:30, with a 30-minute lunch. You’ll handle band saws, hand routers, drills and other tools, contributing to lean manufacturing and daily/weekly meetings, and supporting the team to

Qualifications

• Follow work instructions and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience in component assembly and familiarity with aerospace interiors is advantageous.
• Competent in using band saws, routers, drills and hand tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong attention to detail.
• Good problem-solving and hand–eye coordination.

Responsibilities

• Bond and assemble plastic aircraft interior parts including panels and 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 for quality.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and join SQCDP meetings.

Skills

Work instructions

Engineering drawings

Component assembly

Aerospace interiors

Machinery operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Band saws

Hand routers

Drills

Hand tools

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.