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Bench Hand/Assembler

Leicester
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Job Role: Bench Hand/Assembler

Location: Leicester

Salary: Up to £35,854 per annum (depending on experience)

Metalis are currently working with an Aerospace manufacturer in Leicester, who are looking for an experienced Bench Hand/Assembler to join their team.

Job Duties:

Deburring, polishing, blending, assembling duties
Carrying out inspection on parts and components
Use of air tools and fly presses
Using measuring equipment such as verniers, micrometres, gauges etc.
Ensure components have identity markings (dot peening, part mark)
Read and work from engineering drawings

Job Requirements:

Experience working with an Aerospace/Automotive production environments
Capable using various hand tools and workshop equipment
Organised and high attention to detail
Able to work to production deadlines

Salary & Shift:

Up to £35,854 per annum (depending on experience)
Monday to Thursday, 6am - 6pm

If this role is of interest to you, please apply with your CV

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