Assembly Technician
22 days ago
Barnstaple
About The RoleSEA is going through an exciting period of expansion, as we continue to deliver cutting edge defence engineering technology to a wide range of customers. Right now were looking for dedicated, dependable people to join our production teams as we grow our facility and increase activity on some varied and interesting projects.Assembly Technician will be based at our Barnstaple site. This role does require being onsite 5 days a week.The salary for this role is up to £28k, depending on experience.What youll be doing Working in a multi-skilled production team you will be responsible for providing assembly and machining support to Production and Engineering teams. Working closely with the Wiring Technicians, Test Technicians and Engineers to make sure our products are delivered to customers on time and with the highest quality standardsTraining support for company apprentices to gain experience with machine tools, developing the individuals skills, promoting shop H&S and instilling good housekeeping cultureAbout our companyAt SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient.We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets.What we offerAt our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so were always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. Have a look at the benefits we offer:Work life balance Hybrid/flexible working arrangements25 days annual leave, plus buy and sellUp to 16 days flexi leave accrualHalf day FridaysReservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leaveFamily & wellbeing Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance ProgramAll Staff BonusGroup Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contributionCycle to work schemeWellbeing CentreSports & Social activitiesEmployee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savingsCanada Life GP and financial adviceLife assurance policyPublication and recruitment bonus rewardsDevelopment opportunities, including LinkedIn learningFacilities & resources Electric vehicle charging points at all sitesPrivate seated lunch areasOnsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beveragesOnsite showers and toiletries provisionFree onsite parkingThe skills you needYou dont need to have any prior experience of engineering well provide full training. What we do ask for is an open mind to learn new skills in a manufacturing environment, and a positive attitude toward delivering results. Perhaps youve done practical, hands-on work as part of a hobby, or a subject at school? Maybe youve always been interested in how things work in a factory environment? Fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and good communication skills are necessary, but apart from that, if youre keen to learn (and earn as you go!) wed love to hear from you.You will be able to follow these instructions to create a full assembly using a mix of electrical and mechanical assembly skillsFine motor skills and hand-eye coordination are necessary for handling small parts and performing precise tasks.Communication: Effectively communicating with colleagues, supervisors, and other team membersProblem-Solving: Analysing issues and developing solutions to keep the assembly process running smoothlyHave good practical skills, where attention to detail is essential, requiring the minimum levels of supervisionJoin us and be part of something smaller - with 500 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters.If youd like to know more, please give Kelly Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on 03330 414300. Or reach out to us onTPBN1_UKTJ