Lead Assembler

Orion Electrotech; Reading; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Immediate start

Monday to Friday

Job summary

Orion Electrotech in Reading is seeking an experienced Lead Assembler on a contract basis to join a busy manufacturing team. You will lead on the assembly line, support production activities and help ensure targets are met in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on assembly experience, ability to read engineering drawings, and a track record of maintaining high quality standards. You will train and mentor teammates while upholding health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in lead or senior assembler roles within manufacturing.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings and assembly instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent communication and team leadership abilities.
• Proven ability to meet production targets in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example on the assembly line and support production activities.
• Coordinate daily workflow and allocate tasks across the team.
• Build and assemble products according to drawings and work instructions.
• Monitor output and identify efficiency improvements.
• Carry out quality checks to ensure specifications are met.
• Support training and development of team members.
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment following health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with supervisors and production management to meet targets.

Skills

Leadership

Reading drawings

Quality checks

Health & safety

Team motivation

Communication

Deadline-driven

Job description

Lead Assembler

Location: Reading
Pay Rate: £15.86 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Job Type: Contract

Lead Assembler Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Assembler to join a busy manufacturing team in Reading on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on individual with strong assembly experience who enjoys supporting a team, maintaining high quality standards, and ensuring production targets are met in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Lead Assembler

• Lead by example on the assembly line, supporting production activities and ensuring work is completed to schedule.
• Coordinate daily workflow and assist in allocating tasks across the assembly team.
• Build and assemble products in line with engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Monitor production output and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Carry out quality checks and ensure all assembled products meet required specifications.
• Support the training and development of new and existing team members.
• Maintain a safe and organised work environment, following all health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with supervisors and production management to achieve departmental targets.

Requirements of the Lead Assembler

• Previous experience in a Lead Assembler, Senior Assembler, Assembly Team Leader, or similar manufacturing role.
• Strong assembly and production experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support, motivate, and guide team members when required.
• Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.

What's on Offer for the Lead Assembler

• Competitive pay rate of £15.86 per hour.
• Monday to Friday working pattern, providing an excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative manufacturing team.
• Immediate start available for the right candidate.
• Valuable experience with an established and respected manufacturing business.