Electro-Mechanical Assembler

Job Title: Electro-Mechanical Assembler
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 9 months
Hourly Rate: 15.59
Location: Cambridge
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5pm)

Overview
A leading manufacturer is seeking an experienced Electro-mechanical Assembler to join their expanding team. This role involves supporting the Operations team with a focus on electromechanical assembly, writing SOPs, and maintaining a well-organized workspace.

The Role:
The company is rapidly growing and requires a skilled and detail-oriented Electro-Mechanical Assembler to assemble bespoke analysis systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience with delicate instrumentation assembly and electronics, with strong troubleshooting and repair skills. Experience with optical assemblies is desirable. This position requires independent operation, a solid background in working with electronic and electromechanical equipment, and advanced laboratory instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble bespoke analysis systems, ensuring all components are correctly integrated and functioning.
• Troubleshoot and repair issues during the assembly process.b
• Building sub assemblies and working to engineering drawings
• Wiring, looming and harness forming
• Cable crimping and terminating
• Collaborate with other departments to address technical issues.
• Maintain detailed records of assembly, testing, and troubleshooting activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Provide support to other team members.
• Continuously seek ways to improve assembly processes and contribute to product development.
• Implement and maintain 5S methodology to ensure a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.
• Provide ad-hoc support to the wider Operations group as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum A-level education within an Engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in electromechanical assembly, testing, or repair environments.
• Experience in developing assembly processes, identifying flaws, and enhancing documentation for electromechanical, electrical, and electronic instrumentation is highly advantageous.
• ISO9001 experience preferred; GLP/GMP experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Confident in presenting KPIs and updates at team meetings.
• Organized, diligent, and passionate about attention to detail.
• Proactive, motivated, and able to work on own initiative.
• Strong communication skills and team-oriented mindset.