Mechanical Assembly Operative

Questech Recruitment are currently looking for a Finishing Assembly Line Operative to join a busy manufacturing team in Blackpool.

This is a hands-on assembly role working with hand tools and battery-operated power tools to assemble mechanical and electrical components in the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Production line assembly using hand tools and battery-operated power tools
• Working from work instructions, build aids and on-screen information
• Assembling components to takt time whilst achieving a sustainable output rate
• All actions to meet the correct standard of quality in line with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 requirements
• Recognise internal and external suppliers and support them accordingly
• Promote a proactive approach to team and quality initiatives
• Handle day-to-day product quality issues

Accountabilities & Commitments

• Deliver production line assembly tasks in line with defined work instructions, build aids and on-screen information
• Consistently meet takt time and required output levels whilst maintaining a sustainable work pace
• Identify, report and support resolution of non-conformances in products or processes
• Take ownership for ensuring all products are fully operational, effective and defect-free before leaving manufacturing
• Maintain a proactive approach to team working, continuous improvement and quality initiatives
• Work collaboratively with internal and external suppliers, supporting smooth production flow
• Demonstrate the ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to assemble mechanical and electrical components
• Take responsibility for day-to-day quality issues using sound judgement and decision-making

What We're Looking For Essential

• Experience within an assembly or fitting environment
• Ability to use industry-related hand tools and assembly techniques
• Ability to fit standard mechanical and electrical parts

Desirable

• Experience within the automotive or commercial vehicle industry
• Assembler, Fitter or Mechanical qualification
• Automotive or Light Vehicle training
• Knowledge of 5S processes
• Experience of method improvements
• Design involvement experience