Electro Mechanical Assembly Technician

Proactive Technical Limited; Redhill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global in the United Kingdom is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician to join our manufacturing team. You will assemble, wire, test and integrate complex electro-mechanical equipment from drawings and work instructions.

The role requires practical workshop skills, reading schematics, adherence to quality and safety standards, and collaboration with engineering to drive continuous improvement. Monday-Thursday 08:00-16:00, Friday 08:00-15:30, salary £30,000-£31,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Previous experience assembling complex electro-mechanical products or equipment.
• Good mechanical and practical workshop skills.
• Ability to understand and work from electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, specifications and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate complex electro-mechanical equipment in accordance with engineering drawings, diagrams and standard work instructions.
• Undertake mechanical fitting, assembly, repair and rework activities as required.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics and documentation.
• Carry out basic testing, fault finding and rectification of electrical and mechanical issues.
• Take responsibility for the quality of completed work, including accurate documentation, self-checking and peer/buddy checks.

Job description

Role Overview

The Electro-Mechanical Assembly Technician will play an important role in the assembly, integration, testing and continuous improvement of complex electro-mechanical equipment.

The role will involve mechanical assembly and fitting, electrical cabling, component integration, basic testing and fault finding, working from engineering drawings, schematics and documented work instructions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and integrate complex electro-mechanical equipment in accordance with engineering drawings, diagrams and standard work instructions.
• Undertake mechanical fitting, assembly, repair and rework activities as required.
• Interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics and documentation.
• Carry out basic testing, fault finding and rectification of electrical and mechanical issues.
• Take responsibility for the quality of completed work, including accurate documentation, self-checking and peer/buddy checks.
• Work efficiently to agreed production and throughput targets while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Support other areas of the manufacturing operation as required.
• Assist with stock, materials and stores activities when required.
• Contribute to Lean Manufacturing, 5S and Continuous Improvement initiatives within the work area.
• Support prototype builds, product development and project-related manufacturing activities.
• Work collaboratively with Manufacturing/Engineering teams on new and existing products.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, quality and the working environment.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Follow all company health, safety and quality procedures and policies.
• Demonstrate the organisation's values through a commitment to integrity, innovation, accountability and teamwork.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience assembling complex electro-mechanical products or equipment.
• Good mechanical and practical workshop skills.
• Ability to understand and work from electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, specifications and work instructions.
• Basic electrical and mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Good understanding of electrical and mechanical safety practices.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Able to follow established procedures and work to consistently high quality standards.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Comfortable using initiative and adapting to changing priorities.
• GCSE-level Maths and English, or equivalent.
• A strong general technical and electro-mechanical aptitude.
• Experience of Lean Manufacturing, 5S and Continuous Improvement would be advantageous.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or production environment would be beneficial.

Working Hours

Initially, the working hours will be:

• Monday-Thursday: 08:00-16:00
• Friday: 08:00-15:30

Salary

• £30,000-£31,000 per annum-

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.