Precision Assembly Technician (Temp) - Hands-On Role

Polytec Personnel Ltd; Cambourne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Polytec Personnel Ltd. in the Cambridge area is seeking an Experienced Assembly Technician for a temporary, on-site role. You will perform high-precision mechanical and electrical assembly with hands-on testing, fault-finding and process improvements.

Responsibilities include calibration checks, strict quality control and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards are met. Hours are 7:15am–4pm, Monday to Friday, with a pay rate of £17.49 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience with both mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Good communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work well as part of a team.
• A good understanding of vacuum systems and how they work.
• A practical, hands-on approach and a willingness to get stuck in.
• Experience working in a cleanroom environment would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assemble precision components and assemblies to tight tolerances and high-quality standards
• Get hands-on with assembly, testing, fault-finding and troubleshooting
• Investigate any issues or malfunctions and make modifications where needed
• Carry out tests, record the results and make sure everything meets the required specification
• Make sure test equipment and tools are calibrated, working correctly and fit for purpose
• Work closely with colleagues and other teams across the business
• Get involved in Lean activities and share ideas on improvements
• Look for ways to reduce waste, improve efficiency and make assembly processes better
• Follow established processes and procedures, including those covered by ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
• Help maintain high standards of quality, safety and compliance
• Take on other tasks and responsibilities as needed from time to time

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Electrical assembly

Communication

Teamwork

Vacuum systems

Job description

Polytec Personnel Ltd. in the Cambridge area is seeking an Experienced Assembly Technician for a temporary, on-site role. You will perform high-precision mechanical and electrical assembly with hands-on testing, fault-finding and process improvements.

Responsibilities include calibration checks, strict quality control and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards are met. Hours are 7:15am–4pm, Monday to Friday, with a pay rate of £17.49 per hour.