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Assembly Operative - Aerospace Manufacturing

Location: Denham, Middlesex

Shifts: Monday - Thursday 8 am-5 pm, Friday 8 am-12noon

Salary: £29,000 per year plus overtime available

Join a leading aerospace engineering firm that plays a crucial role in saving lives worldwide. We are seeking an Assembly Operative to join our team at our Denham site. This permanent role involves working with high-precision components to create life-saving products for the most advanced military aircraft.

Key Responsibilities:

Fabricate and assemble seat pan chassis, parachute containers, and other critical components.

Perform bench fitting, heat treatment, and injection moulding to strict specifications.

Operate vertical milling machines and use adhesives, fasteners, and tools for precise assembly.

Conduct quality checks and self-inspection to ensure high standards are met.

Skills & Experience:

Experience with riveting, adhesives, and vertical milling machines.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Familiarity with assembly/fitting tools and components.

Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Benefits:

Competitive salary of £30,000 plus overtime opportunities.

9% non-contributory pension scheme.

Life Assurance (4x salary).

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Health Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme.

Personalised training and development plan.

How to Apply:Apply online now, or call Francesca on (phone number removed) for more details

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