Assembly Technician

Gap Personnel; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Modern facility

Training program

Career development

Public transport access

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

Gap Personnel is recruiting for an Assembly Technician at a leading Leeds manufacturing site (LS28). You will assemble electrical and mechanical components to specification and read engineering drawings.

You will operate overhead cranes, follow safety procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement within the production team. Rotating shifts provide a day and back shift pattern with good work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience in assembly, manufacturing, or mechanical fitting environment.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Competence with health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assemble large electrical and mechanical components to specification.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings and assembly instructions.
• Use overhead cranes to move and position components safely.
• Maintain high quality workmanship and adhere to safety policies.
• Participate in continuous improvement within the production team.

Skills

Assembly

Mechanical fitting

Manufacturing

Engineering drawings

Health and safety

Crane operation

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

Leeds, LS28

Join a Market-Leading Manufacturing Business

Are you an experienced Assembly Technician or Mechanical Fitter looking for your next opportunity?

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and innovative manufacturing company based in Leeds (LS28). Our client is a recognised leader in the design and manufacture of commercial cooking equipment, supplying products to some of the world's most renowned food service and hospitality brands.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, forward-thinking manufacturing environment where quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role

As an Assembly Technician, you will play a key role in the assembly and manufacture of high-quality equipment, ensuring products meet the highest standards of workmanship and performance.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience in a similar assembly, manufacturing, or mechanical fitting environment and demonstrate strong technical and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble large electrical and mechanical components to specification.
• Interpret and work from engineering drawings, technical documents, and assembly instructions.
• Use overhead cranes to safely move and position components and assemblies.
• Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality standards.
• Follow health and safety procedures and company policies at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the production team.

Working Hours

Rotating Shift Pattern (Monday to Friday):

Week 1

• Monday to Friday: 6:00am - 2:00pm

Week 2

• Monday to Thursday: 12:30pm - 10:00pm

Enjoy a great work-life balance with no regular weekend working.

Pay & Benefits

• £15.14 per hour on day shift
• £18.93 per hour on back shift
• Overtime opportunities available
• Free onsite parking
• Modern manufacturing facility
• Ongoing training and career development
• Competitive pay rates
• Excellent public transport links
• Opportunity to work for a respected and growing manufacturer
• Supportive team culture with long-term career prospects

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience in assembly, mechanical fitting, or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience operating overhead cranes (up to 120 tonnes preferred).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical engineering skills.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• A strong focus on health and safety.
• A positive attitude, reliability, and a strong work ethic.