{"id":65097,"date":"2026-10-20T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.desiblitz.com\/jobs\/job\/assembly-technician-2\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T16:13:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T15:13:14","slug":"assembly-technician-2","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.desiblitz.com\/jobs\/job\/assembly-technician-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Assembly Technician"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Assembly Technician<\/p>\n<p>Location:<\/strong> Reading, Berkshire<br \/>\n<strong>Position Type:<\/strong> Full-Time, Permanent<br \/>\n<strong>Pay Rate:<\/strong> \u00a313.00 \u2013 \u00a316.00 per hour (depending on experience)<br \/>\n<strong>Hours:<\/strong> 40 hours per week &#8211;\u00a0Mon\u00a0to Thurs\u00a0(07:30 \u2013 16:30) &amp; Fri (07:30 &#8211; 14:00)<\/p>\n<p>The company are a leading specialist in designing and manufacturing high-quality test fixtures and bespoke engineered solutions. Due to ongoing expansion and strong project pipelines, we are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Assembly Technician to join our production team in Reading.<\/p>\n<p><strong>The Role<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this role, you will be responsible for the mechanical assembly of bespoke test fixtures and engineered sub-assemblies. You will work closely with design drawings and manufacturing engineers to build custom, high-precision units from start to finish.<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Key Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Assembling bespoke fixtures, mechanical structures, and precision components according to engineering drawings and build specifications.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and basic workshop equipment to fit and assemble parts accurately.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Carrying out basic mechanical testing, inspection, and alignment checks to ensure fixtures function correctly before release.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Identifying and reporting any design or part discrepancies to ensure continuous quality control.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Maintaining a tidy, safe, and efficient workspace following standard workshop guidelines.<br \/>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What We Are Looking For<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Experience:<\/strong> Previous hands-on experience in electro-mechanical assembly, fixture building, or precision engineering assembly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Technical Ability:<\/strong> Ability to read and follow engineering drawings, assembly diagrams, and technical work instructions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Tool Skills:<\/strong> Proficient with standard hand and power tools (drills, screwdrivers, torque wrenches, measuring tools).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Attributes:<\/strong> High attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a methodical approach to builds.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Team Player:<\/strong> Ability to work effectively within a team environment as well as independently.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What We Offer<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Competitive Pay:<\/strong> \u00a313.00 &#8211; \u00a316.00 per hour<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Work-Life Balance:<\/strong> Early finish every Friday at 2:00 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