Assembly Technician

Mansell Recruitment Group; Daventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mansell Recruitment Group is seeking an Assembly Technician in the UK to join a growing manufacturing team. You will work hands-on in production, assembling a range of specialist products to quality standards and schedules.

Ideal candidates have practical assembly experience, can read drawings, and are comfortable using hand tools. There is a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement within a supportive small team.

Qualifications

• Experience in reading engineering drawings or technical docs is essential.
• Practical assembly or manufacturing background.
• Familiar with hand tools and workshop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products/sub-assemblies per work instructions.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings or diagrams.
• Ensure quality standards and timelines are met.
• Identify issues with materials or processes and report them.

Skills

Read drawings

Hand tools

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Electrical basics

Tools

Workshop equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

The Role

My client is seeking an Assembly Technician to join their growing manufacturing team.

This is a hands‑on position working within a production environment, assembling a range of specialist products to quality standards and production schedules. The successful candidate will become part of a small, supportive team and will have the opportunity to develop their skills within a stable and expanding business.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble products and sub-assemblies in line with production requirements and work instructions
• Work from engineering drawings, diagrams, and technical documentation
• Ensure products are manufactured to the required quality standards and timescales
• Identify and report any issues with materials, components, or production processes
• Carry out basic wiring, mechanical assembly, and fitting activities
• Use a variety of hand tools and workshop equipment safely and effectively
• Complete production records and documentation accurately
• Support continuous improvement activities and maintain a clean, organised work area
• Follow company procedures relating to quality, safety, and production

The Candidate

• Practical assembly or manufacturing experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings or technical documentation
• Experience using hand tools and workshop equipment
• Good mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Comfortable working to quality standards and production targets
• Basic electrical or wiring experience would be beneficial
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Competent IT skills
• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training when required

Salary

£25,000- £30,000 depending on skills and experience