Composite Assembly Assistant

The Best Connection; Hereford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Best Connection in Hereford is seeking a hands-on Composite Assembly Assistant to join a growing manufacturing team working on carbon fibre components. This temporary full-time role offers a consistent daytime schedule and the chance to contribute to high-precision assembly in a clean production environment.

You will prepare, bond, and inspect composite parts, following strict instructions and quality checks, with opportunities for longer-term progression in a cutting-edge sector.

Qualifications

• Excellent manual dexterity and the ability to carry out precise assembly work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and procedures.
• Able to work to deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Reliable, punctual and able to remain focused during repetitive bench-based tasks.
• Able to commute to Hereford or the surrounding area.

Responsibilities

• Prepare carbon fibre airframes for assembly and fitment of additional components.
• Mix, apply and cure specialist adhesives to bond composite parts.
• Follow manufacturing instructions and production processes accurately.
• Carry out quality checks throughout the assembly process and report defects.
• Maintain productivity while ensuring exceptional attention to detail.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure production targets are met.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Deadline driven

Reliability

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Composite Assembly Assistant

Hereford | Temporary Contract | Full Time

Are you hands-on, detail-oriented, and looking for an opportunity to work within an innovative manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Composite Assembly Assistant to join a growing production team involved in the manufacture of advanced carbon fibre components.

Working Hours + Pay

• Monday to Friday
• 09:00 - 17:00
• £16.00 - £20.00 (dependant on experience)

The Role

As a Composite Assembly Assistant, you will play a key part in the production process, ensuring components are assembled to the highest quality standards. Your duties will include:

• Preparing carbon fibre airframes ready for assembly and fitment of additional components.
• Mixing, applying and curing specialist adhesives to bond composite parts.
• Following manufacturing instructions and production processes accurately.
• Carrying out quality checks throughout the assembly process and reporting any defects.
• Maintaining productivity while ensuring exceptional attention to detail.
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure production targets are met.

What We're Looking For

• Excellent manual dexterity and the ability to carry out precise assembly work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and manufacturing procedures.
• Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Reliable, punctual and able to remain focused during repetitive bench-based tasks.
• Able to commute to Hereford or the surrounding area.

Desirable Experience

While not essential, the following would be advantageous:

• Composite bonding, lay-up or trimming experience.
• Aerospace, automotive, marine or similar manufacturing background.
• Ability to read engineering or mechanical drawings.
• Experience using hand tools and measuring equipment.
• Knowledge of quality-controlled manufacturing environments such as ISO 9001.
• Manufacturing, engineering or apprenticeship-based qualifications.

What's in It for You?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology.
• Clean, modern manufacturing environment.
• Gain specialist skills within a growing industry.
• Supportive team environment with potential longer‑term opportunities.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.