Mechanical Assembly Technician

Proman; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Proman is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician for a Monday–Friday role, 37.5 hours, paying £21 per hour. The position covers assembly, build and testing of factory automation equipment, motor pump sets and manifold assemblies, requiring reading engineering drawings and a strong eye for quality and safety.

You will support production by assembling components to specification, completing documentation, and ensuring work meets customer, quality and delivery requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical fitting/assembly or automation assembly.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and electrical drawings.
• Experience assembling components to specification and tolerances.
• Strong attention to detail with focus on quality and safety.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Experience with SAP or similar systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assemble factory automation assemblies using correct methods and tooling.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, part lists and electrical circuit drawings to meet specs and safety requirements.
• Identify components, materials and tools required for efficient work.
• Complete inspection, test and production documentation (SAP, rectification sheets, stores requisitions, inspection records, job sheets).
• Assemble aluminium MGE frameworks to required tolerances and quality standards.
• Check stock levels and raise shortages with team leaders.
• Maintain 5S housekeeping and a safe, clean work area.
• Provide feedback on drawings and design performance; suggest improvements.
• Support continuous improvement to reduce waste and improve quality and efficiency.
• Communicate with colleagues and other departments to support workflow.
• Support site installation work and safety procedures; lead or support site teams as needed.

Skills

Reading drawings

Mechanical assembly

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

HNC Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Mechanical Assembly Technician

Monday-Friday 8am-4pm (37.5 weekly hours)

Pay Rate £21 per hour

Overview

We are currently looking for a skilled Mechanical Assembly Technicians to support the assembly, build and testing of factory automation equipment, motor pump sets and manifold assemblies. The role would suit someone with strong mechanical assembly experience, the ability to read engineering drawings and a good eye for quality, safety and accuracy.

You will play a key role in supporting production by assembling components to specification, completing relevant documentation and helping ensure work is completed to customer, quality and delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and assemble factory automation assemblies, including TS2, VF,LTand EDC assemblies, using correct assembly methods and tooling.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, part lists and electrical circuit drawings to ensure assemblies meet customer specifications and safety requirements.
• Identify the correct components, materials and tools required to complete mechanical assembly and testing work efficiently.
• Complete inspection, test and production documentation accurately, including SAP, rectification sheets, stores requisitions, inspection records and job completion sheets.
• Assemble aluminium MGE frameworks and components to the correct tolerances and quality standards.
• Check stock levels and raise any shortages or material requirements with team leaders.
• Carry out housekeeping duties within the work area, maintaining a safe, clean and organised environment in line with 5S principles.
• Provide constructive feedback on drawings and design performance, recommending improvements where appropriate.
• Support continuous improvement activities and contribute ideas to improve quality, efficiency and reduce waste within the process.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, team leaders and other departments to support smooth workflow and team performance.
• Support site installation work where required, including maintaining site records, completing HSE paperwork and following relevant safety procedures.
• Lead or support site teams during installation activity, including delegating tasks and checking work where required.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in mechanical fitting, mechanical assembly, automation assembly or a similar manufacturing/engineering role.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical drawings, part lists and technical documentation.
• Experience assembling components to specification, tolerance and quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, quality and safe working practices.
• Good understanding of workshop processes, production documentation and continuous improvement principles.
• Comfortably completing paperwork and using systems such as SAP where required.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Able to work independently, manage workload and ask for support where needed.
• HNC in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering, a multi-skilled apprenticeship or equivalent experience would be advantageous.
• Experience in site work and installation would be beneficial.