Soldering & Assembly Assistant

Job Titile - Sioldering & Assembly Assistant 

Locattion - Crayford

Salary - £25279 increases after 3 months

About the Role

The Assembly Assistant will be responsible for assembling, soldering and testing lproducts in a manufacturing environment to meet customer order requirements. The role involves working on multiple customer orders simultaneously, ensuring that all products are assembled accurately, safely and within the required timeframes.

Work orders, components and assembly kits will be picked from the storeroom and delivered to the workstation. The Assembly Assistant will be responsible for managing their own workload, following assembly instructions and maintaining consistent quality standards throughout the production process.

The role also involves carrying out final quality control checks on completed products, identifying any faults or issues, and reporting these to the designated team leader. Full product training will be provided.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out the assembly and soldering of and electronic components in a manufacturing environment.

• Hand-solder wires and other components to printed circuit boards (PCBs) in accordance with assembly requirements.

• Cut, measure and prepare cables for use in product assembly.

• Mix, prepare and fill electronic assemblies using two-part resins, following the relevant procedures.

• Assemble products accurately in accordance with work orders, instructions and customer specifications.

• Test products at various stages of the assembly process to ensure they function correctly and meet quality standards.

• Perform final quality control inspections on finished goods before they are approved for completion.

• Identify, report and help resolve assembly defects, product faults or component issues by informing the designated team leader.

• Manage and prioritise multiple customer orders, ensuring work is completed accurately and within required deadlines.

• Maintain responsibility for the quality, accuracy and completion of assigned work.

• Work closely with the designated team leader and other team members to support production targets and workflow.

• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workstation, following all relevant workshop procedures and health and safety requirements.

• Handle tools, components and materials with care to prevent damage and maintain product quality.

• Follow established assembly processes and quality procedures to ensure consistent standards across all finished products.

Skills and Attributes

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

• A careful, methodical and organised approach to assembly tasks.

• The ability to manage workload effectively and meet production deadlines.

• An understanding of the importance of product testing and quality control.

• The ability to follow instructions, work procedures and safety requirements.

• Good communication skills, particularly when reporting issues or seeking guidance from the team leader.

• A responsible attitude towards workplace cleanliness, safety and the handling of materials.

• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to the wider production team.

• A willingness to learn new assembly techniques and develop practical manufacturing skills.

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