Engine Stand Assembly Operative

Mountain Valley Floors, Inc.; Derby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an engine stand manufacturing assembly operative to join their dynamic team in Derby. This full-time role offers a chance to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment, working collaboratively with a diverse team. You will be responsible for assembling engine stands to specification, preparing spare part kits, and ensuring quality checks are performed. With competitive pay and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for someone looking to make a significant impact in a growing aerospace company. If you have a passion for assembly and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Company Pension - matched contribution scheme

Westfield Healthcare plan

Life Assurance

25 days paid annual leave

Free on-site car parking

Kitchen facilities with free tea and coffee

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly operations and using hand-held tools is essential.
• Ability to read and understand manuals to ensure product specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble engine transportation stands ready for dispatch.
• Prepare spare part kits and perform quality checks.

Skills

Assembly and sub-assembly operations

Using hand-held tools

Reading build instruction manuals

Basic Maths and English

Dexterity

Communication skills

Education

Basic understanding of mechanical/manufacturing

Tools

Hand-held tools

FLT (Forklift Truck)

Overhead crane

Job description

Location: Victory Road, Derby DE24 8EL

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 38 hours per week (overtime available)

Salary: £11.52 - £11.87 per hour (£22,764 - £23,447 p.a.) dependent on experience and skills

Benefits: Company Pension - matched contribution scheme, Westfield Healthcare plan (after 3 months), Life Assurance, 25 days paid annual leave plus all UK Statutory Bank Holidays pro rata, free on-site car parking, kitchen facilities with free tea and coffee.

About the Company:

HYDRO is a global aerospace company with bases around the world. We are now in the process of expanding and evolving our business capability further at our UK facility which is co-located on the Rolls-Royce campus on Victory Road, Derby, our largest UK customer. The site is conveniently close to the A50, M1, and M42, making it easily accessible from Derby, Nottingham, and Leicester. Our UK business specializes in aerospace tooling, manufacturing, and sourcing tools for engine and airframe build and repair, working with high-profile OEMs to deliver quality products consistently.

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an engine stand manufacturing assembly operative who is looking to develop their skills further while working alongside our new assembly stand team in a fast-paced environment. This role will require collaborative working with a diverse team to support the assembly provision. Responsibilities include assembling engine stands to specification, preparing spare part kits, performing quality checks, and maintaining good housekeeping in the assembly area.

Responsibilities:

1. Assembly of engine transportation stands to specification, ready for dispatch.
2. Preparation of spare part kits ready for the assembly line.
3. Perform required quality checks and testing in line with product specifications.
4. General assembly duties, including maintaining the assembly area.
5. Any other reasonable duties as assigned by the UK Management team.

About You:

1. Proven knowledge and experience in assembly and sub-assembly operations.
2. Previous experience using hand-held tools.
3. Ability to read and understand build instruction manuals to ensure products conform to specific dimensions and meet required standards.
4. Basic Maths and English knowledge.
5. Dexterity.
6. FLT experience is desirable.
7. Overhead crane experience would be advantageous, but training will be provided to the successful candidate.
8. Some previous mechanical/manufacturing knowledge would be advantageous.
9. Excellent communication skills.
10. Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

Essential Requirements:

1. Valid driving licence and passport.
2. Willingness to travel within the UK if required.