Pyrotechnic Assembly Operative

Recruit Engineering; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Chalgrove is seeking a Pyrotechnic Assembly Operative to assemble safety-critical components. The role involves precise assembly of pyrotechnic materials, ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have production experience and the ability to interpret engineering drawings, though training is provided. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £27,500 per annum and opportunities for progression in a stable work environment.

Benefits

Strong benefits package

Genuine progression opportunities

Specialist training in handling explosives

Qualifications

• Experience with explosives or pyrotechnic assembly is ideal, but training will be provided.
• Ability to work to precise tolerances is crucial.
• Strong attention to detail is required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble pyrotechnic components to engineering drawings.
• Use weighing equipment for precise tolerances.
• Handle explosive materials safely following strict procedures.
• Interpret assembly drawings and identify part numbers.
• Maintain and monitor tools and equipment.
• Record work using SAP accurately.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations.
• Contribute to a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Basic production or manufacturing experience

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Understanding of H&S policies and procedures

Attention to detail

Basic PC and SAP skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Self-starter

Education

GCSE grades D-G (or equivalent)

Job description

Pyrotechnic Assembly Operative

Chalgrove | £27,500 | Permanent | Days

We're recruiting an Assembly Operative for a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer in Chalgrove. You'll be assembling pyrotechnic components including cartridges and rocket motors for aviation safety systems - precision work with explosive materials in a highly regulated environment.

What you'll be doing:

• Assembling pyrotechnic components to engineering drawings and work instructions
• Using weighing equipment and specialist tooling to achieve precise tolerances
• Handling explosive materials safely in accordance with strict procedures
• Interpreting assembly drawings, identifying part numbers, drawing issues, and batch identification
• Maintaining and monitoring tools and equipment for fitness for purpose
• Updating SAP to record work in progress accurately
• Ensuring all work meets quality standards and H&S regulations including explosives compliance
• Contributing to housekeeping and maintaining a safe, clean working environment

What you need:

• Basic production or manufacturing experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (training provided)
• Understanding of H&S policies and procedures
• Attention to detail and ability to work to precise tolerances
• Basic PC and SAP skills
• Team player who can work independently
• Self-starter with good communication skills
• GCSE grades D-G (or equivalent)
• Experience with explosives or pyrotechnic assembly is ideal, but full training will be provided to the right person with a solid manufacturing background.

What's on offer:

• £27,500 per annum
• Days-based role: 08:00-16:45 Mon-Thu / 08:00-12:00 Fri
• Strong benefits package
• Genuine progression opportunities
• Stable, long-term work with a company that has over a decade of secured contracts
• Specialist training in handling and assembling explosive materials

This is a permanent position with a leading name in aerospace manufacturing. You'll be working on safety-critical pyrotechnic components where precision, safety, and compliance are essential.

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