Trainee Electrical Assembly Technician

System Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Trainee Electrical Assembly Technician in Gloucester. This full-time role involves hands-on training, assembling electrical components, and ensuring quality standards. Ideal for individuals looking to start a career in electrical assembly, the position offers a salary of £25,000 to £26,000 plus benefits like overtime and bonuses.

Benefits

Overtime

Pension

Christmas Bonus

Eye Tests

Qualifications

• Understanding of electrical components and assembly techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Basic soldering skills required.

Responsibilities

• Receive on-the-job training for electrical assembly.
• Construct electrical assemblies according to specifications.
• Interpret schematics and conduct quality checks.

Skills

Understanding of electrical components

Ability to read technical drawings

Basic soldering skills

Precision and accuracy

Troubleshooting assembly issues

Effective communication

Education

Relevant qualification in Electrical/Electronics/Engineering

Job description

Overview

Trainee Electrical Assembly Technician

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location: Gloucester - Commutable from: Cheltenham, Stroud, Dursley, Bristol, Ross-on-Wye, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, Nailsworth, Malmesbury, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire

Post Code: GL1 5HE

Salary: 25,000 to 26,000 + Overtime, Pension, Christmas Bonus, Eye Tests

Start Date: ASAP

About the role

Our client is a well-established and respected electrical manufacturer serving a diverse range of high-precision industries, including Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, and Medical. Their work spans both one-off, bespoke projects and high-volume production runs, meaning no two days are ever the same.

As part of a small, multi-skilled assembly team, you'll be involved in the entire lifecycle of the product - from interpreting technical drawings and assembling components, through to final inspection and testing. This hands-on, end-to-end involvement gives you a real sense of contribution and ownership over your work and makes the role both rewarding and engaging.

Responsibilities

• Receive on-the-job training with the aim of becoming competent to perform an electrical assembly to the required standard.
• Construct electrical assemblies according to specifications, utilizing hand tools and machinery, and adhere to quality standards.
• Interpret schematics, assemble parts with precision, and conduct quality checks throughout the process.
• Work as part of a small team to support one-off bespoke projects and high-volume production runs.

Skills and Qualifications

• Understanding of electrical components, assembly techniques, and ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Some form of relevant qualification - Electrical / Electronics / Engineering etc
• Basic soldering skills.
• Precision and accuracy are crucial.
• Ability to troubleshoot assembly issues and work with engineering teams to find solutions.
• Ability to perform fine motor tasks for assembling intricate components.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and follow instructions.

The role will suit individuals currently working as Trainee Electrical Assembly Technician, Junior Engineer, Graduate Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing Technician, Assembler, Engineer, Production Operative and be living within a commutable distance of Gloucester - Commutable from: Cheltenham, Stroud, Dursley, Bristol, Ross-on-Wye, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, Nailsworth, Malmesbury, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire or be willing to relocate.

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