Precision Mechanical Assembler - High-Value Equipment

Proactive Global; Tunstall; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician in Stoke-on-Trent to join a skilled engineering and production team. You will assemble complex equipment, read drawings and test sub-assemblies to precise specifications.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, R&D and Quality teams to support QA, problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring safety and quality in every build.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical assembly or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Ability to read, interpret and work accurately from mechanical engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical components and assemblies, including fasteners, bearings, gears and hydraulic or pneumatic systems.
• Understanding of design for manufacture principles within a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components, sub-assemblies and complete systems in accordance with engineering drawings, technical specifications and approved procedures.
• Perform functional and integrity testing of sub-assemblies, including pressure, leak and coolant system testing.
• Accurately document assembly activities, test results, modifications and any non-conformances identified during production.
• Ensure all work complies with established quality management systems, ISO 9001 requirements and controlled manufacturing procedures.
• Support quality assurance activities, including the investigation and root cause analysis of hardware failures and assembly defects.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and quality teams to resolve technical issues and improve product reliability.
• Identify and report defects, non-conformances and process issues promptly, supporting corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment in accordance with 5S principles and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities focused on product quality, assembly efficiency and manufacturing processes.
• Adhere to company policies, professional conduct standards and ethical working practices, demonstrating integrity, accountability and effective teamwork.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Reading drawings

Quality awareness

Team collaboration

Education

BTEC Level 3 Diploma

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Proactive Global is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Technician in Stoke-on-Trent to join a skilled engineering and production team. You will assemble complex equipment, read drawings and test sub-assemblies to precise specifications.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, R&D and Quality teams to support QA, problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring safety and quality in every build.