MTC - Manufacturing Technology Centre
Advanced Technician - Assembly
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Advanced Technician - Assembly
Advanced Assembly Technician
Location: Coventry (Workshop-Based) Job Type: Permanent Working Hours: 36 hours per week (Fully Flexible Working Week) Salary: Up to £35,000
Benefits
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced pension (2x contribution)
- Electric vehicle lease scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Additional flexible benefits
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Assembly Technician to join our workshop team at the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC). In this role, you will be responsible for the precision assembly of complex, high-value components and systems, supporting the delivery of cutting-edge manufacturing projects.
You will play a key part in developing innovative technologies by applying advanced assembly techniques in a collaborative and technically challenging environment.
Key Responsibilities
Precision Assembly
- Perform high-precision assembly of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems
- Interpret and follow detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
- Ensure all work meets strict quality and performance standards
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Operate advanced assembly tools and specialised equipment
- Conduct routine maintenance, calibration, and checks to ensure optimal performance
Quality Assurance & Problem Solving
- Identify, diagnose, and resolve assembly issues
- Implement corrective actions to maintain product integrity and quality
- Support continuous improvement initiatives
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Collaboration
- Work closely with engineers, designers, and fellow technicians
- Contribute to solving complex technical challenges and improving assembly processes
- Provide feedback on designs to enhance manufacturability
Documentation & Process Control
- Maintain accurate records of assembly processes and testing outcomes
- Update documentation and work instructions in line with process improvements
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Adhere to all health and safety standards and procedures
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices
Training & Development
- Mentor junior technicians and apprentices
- Support knowledge sharing and team capability development
- Stay up to date with new technologies and assembly methods
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in an advanced or precision assembly role
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and assembly instructions
- Experience working with electrical and/or electronic components
- Manual machining capability
- Strong hands-on experience with assembly tools and equipment
- Excellence in problem-solving with high attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
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Desirable
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
- Relevant certifications in advanced assembly or related disciplines
Additional Information
The role involves working with advanced manufacturing technologies in a workshop environment. Opportunity to contribute to high-impact, industry-leading projects.
About The MTC
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned research and development organisation, bridging academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering globally.
The MTC’s engineers, scientists, and technicians work with world-class manufacturing equipment within a supportive and collaborative environment. Their work develops and demonstrates emerging manufacturing technologies on an industrial scale, enabling manufacturers to innovate processes and technologies across various sectors.
Supported by substantial public investment for UK Manufacturing, the MTC covers research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design, and future skills training. The MTC operates in Coventry, Liverpool, and Oxford, as part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.
Note on Employment Screening
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