Mechanical Assembler (Temp)

Elix Sourcing Solutions; Orpington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist manufacturer in Orpington is seeking a Mechanical Assembler for a temporary role offering competitive pay and excellent training opportunities. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering teams to ensure high standards of assembly and testing of products in a state-of-the-art facility. This position allows for flexible hours and potential for extension to permanent employment based on performance.

Benefits

Training programs

Flexible working hours

Overtime at increased rates

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous assembly experience required.
• Valid UK work permit necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test sub-assemblies and completed products.
• Fault finding and maintenance on equipment.
• Work to engineering drawings and meet production deadlines.

Skills

Hand Tools

Mechanical Assembly

Job description

Mechanical Assembler (Temp)
£13 - £14 Per Hour + Training + Overtime + Early Friday Finish + Flextime + Benefits
Monday - Thursday, 08:00 - 16:30, Friday, 08:00 - 13:00
Orpington, Kent

Are you experienced in mechanical assembly within a manufacturing environment? Are you seeking an exciting role with an industry-leading, specialist manufacturer known for excellent training, development, and staff retention? This employer offers flexible working hours and overtime at increased rates.

Due to ongoing growth, my client is looking for an electro-mechanical technician to join their team at their state-of-the-art facility in Orpington. The successful candidate will assemble and test sub-assemblies and complete products, working closely with production and engineering teams to ensure projects meet schedule, customer, company, and industry standards. The role includes fault finding and maintenance on special purpose equipment and machinery, with access to comprehensive training programs.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global company expanding through new acquisitions and contracts. With over 50 years of industry leadership, the company promotes staff development and internal advancement. The position is initially temporary, with potential for extension or permanent placement based on performance.

For more information, please click apply and contact Patrick Walsh at 0117 966 1115, referencing 4424.

The Role:

• Working to engineering drawings
• Inspecting finished products
• Meeting deadlines

The Candidate:

• Experience with hand tools
• Assembly experience within manufacturing/engineering
• Able to commute to Orpington

Elix Sourcing Solutions specializes in recruiting for Engineering, IT, and Science roles at mid to senior levels. Applicants must have a valid UK work permit. By applying, you confirm no criminal record and legal eligibility for employment.

Keywords: Assembler, Fitter, Hand Tools, Electro-Mechanical, Technician, Assembly, Manufacturing, Engineer, Orpington, Kent, Bromley, Swanley, Sidcup, Sevenoaks, Dartford.