Job Description
Skilled Assembler - Aerospace Manufacturing
Location: Basildon
Salary: 18.59 per hour ( 37,700 per annum)
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Hours: Monday-Thursday 07:00-16:00 / Friday 07:30-12:30
We are recruiting for an experienced Skilled Assembler to join a leading aerospace manufacturing company in Basildon. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a background in aircraft assembly, sheet metal work, structural assembly, riveting, and precision engineering.
The successful candidate will work on the assembly and finishing of aircraft components to strict aerospace quality standards using engineering drawings, hand tools, air tools, and specialist measuring equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assemble aerospace and aircraft components to engineering drawings and specifications
- Carry out solid riveting using hand and air riveting tools
- Operate air tools including drills, rivet guns, and rivet presses
- Fit and adjust sheet metal parts during assembly
- Apply sealants and finishing materials where required
- Conduct visual inspections and quality checks
- Use Verniers, calipers, gauges, and precision measuring equipment
- Work to aerospace quality standards and production targets
- Maintain excellent standards of safety, housekeeping, and workmanship
- Support continuous improvement activities across Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (SQCDP)
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience within aerospace manufacturing or precision engineering
- Strong sheet metal assembly and structural assembly experience
- Proven experience with solid riveting, confident using air tools including drills and rivet guns
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Experience working with a variety of materials and finishes
- Skilled using Verniers, calipers, and measuring equipment
- Excellent attention to detail and quality standards
- Good communication and problem-solving skills
Benefits
- 18.59 per hour
- Early finish every Friday
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Death in service benefit (2x annual salary)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free on-site parking
- Long-term career opportunity within aerospace manufacturing
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Skilled Assembler looking for your next opportunity in Basildon, apply today or contact Julia at Prime Appointments for more information.
Please note: Only British citizens can be considered for this role
