Mechanical Operator/Assembler

Carbon 60; England; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Operator/Assembler to join their prestigious Chalgrove site. In this vital role, you will contribute to the safety of aircrew in advanced military aircraft by engaging in various assembly processes, including the pyro proofing of pyrotechnic devices. The position offers a competitive salary along with exceptional benefits, such as a non-contributory pension scheme, life assurance, and personalized training plans. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have a passion for mechanical assembly, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension scheme

4x salary Life Assurance

Personalised training and development plan

Healthcare Cash Plan

25-days annual leave plus bank holidays

Ability to purchase additional leave

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical assembly within a manufacturing environment.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble proof chamber parts according to drawings.
• Load and fire cartridge/rocket motors safely.
• Collect and analyze firing data for quality assurance.

Skills

Engineering Drawings Interpretation

Mechanical Assembly

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Health & Safety Compliance

Computer Literacy

Tools

SAP

Job description

Mechanical Operator/Assembler - Chalgrove, Oxfordshire - 27k plus excellent benefits

This company, the world's leading manufacturer of ejection seats, is looking to recruit a Mechanical Operator/Assembler at their prestigious site in Chalgrove, Oxfordshire. You will play an integral part in helping to protect aircrew in the world's most advanced military aircraft by undertaking a variety of processes including pyro proofing of pyrotechnic devices.

Salary: 27k plus excellent benefits

Benefits:

• Highly competitive 9% non-contributory pension scheme
• 4x salary Life Assurance
• Personalised training and development plan.
• Healthcare Cash Plan.
• 25-days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• The ability to purchase additional leave maximum 1 week.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Location: Chalgrove, Oxfordshire

Hours of work: 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 12 Midday on Fridays.

Mechanical Operator/Assembler Responsibilities:

• Identification of Proof Chamber Parts to drawing, assembly and disassembly of Chambers assemblies, cleaning of Chambers and detail components.
• Set up appropriate firing mechanisms.
• Load Cartridge/Rocket Motors.
• Arm Cartridge/Rocket Motors.
• Fire Cartridge/Rocket Motors.
• Collect and analyse firing data.
• Work to correct QAI's, Tech Notes and identification of correct drawings.
• Updating SAP.
• Safe use of ovens and freezers and programming of conditioning chamber timers.
• Pressure testing of proof chambers.

The successful candidate:

• Basic understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings.
• A completer finisher - i.e. someone who always finishes off a task with no loose ends.
• Comfortable working under time pressures to balance priorities to agreed deadlines.
• Team player with the ability to work independently.
• Experience in H&S policies and procedures.
• Computer literate.
• Previous experience working in a Mechanical Assembly role in a manufacturing environment.