Mechanical Assembler

Role: Mechanical Assembler Site Location: Fareham Rate: £15.96 per hour to contractor Duration: 12 month contract To manufacture & test various components and assemblies using recognised processes / skills. Producing quality finished components and assemblies in accordance with drawings and manufacturing build specifications to aerospace standards. Participates in or leads MPS activities, e.g. 5S, TPM, 5Y, kaizen, DLA, etc Position Summary To work efficiently within agreed standards, without supervision (once trained). To work accurately and pay attention to detail. To work as a team member with a flexible attitude to work. To be responsible for housekeeping and tidiness on the shop floor and participate in 6S activities. To be able to set up jigs, fixtures and equipment for assembly or test purposes. To be an expert in at least one of the processes listed below To actively participate in root cause analysis investigations. To be familiar with the Health and Safety policies for the company and to attend mandatory updates when required. Participate in kaizen events with the team to improve for example 6S, processes, layout/product flow, equipment reliability, Quality, cost reduction, cycle time, change over time, maintenance. Regular consistent and punctual attendance is required. Essential Experience: Extensive practical manufacturing experience gained in a progressive, modern manufacturing environment. Solid experience of Mechanical assembly. Solid experience of Manufacturing Operations within a Safety critical environment Skilled in manufacturing processes of aerospace or automotive industry and experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma process improvements Product testing/measurement experience, such as; Insulation resistance testing, Dielectric testing, continuity testing, Helium leak testing, gauging, Digital calipers, Micrometer, NDT Processes (including X-Ray & Dye Penetrant Inspection)