Assembly Technician 1

About the role

Location: Leicester, LEC, GB, LE49JD

Business Unit: Taylor Hobson Posting Date: Aug 5, 2026 Job Description: Position Summary:

We are looking for a full time Assembly Technician to join our expanding Product Assembly team. This is a great opportunity for a person to practice their technological and Assembly skills within a world leading metrology business. The work is varied and includes product assembly and testing of our high precision metrology instrumentation. Full on\-site training is provided. Shift working may be required.

Key Responsibilities:

* Demonstrate skills in electrical and mechanical precision assembly with the ability to support internal customers, other departments, and team members. * Support the implementation of new products into production by supporting prototype builds, team training, and SOP’s to drive efficiency * Work with Engineers to develop techniques and processes to improve current methods, ensuring high\-quality and cost\-efficient products. * Remain task oriented, consistently delivering high levels of output and customer satisfaction. * Add to the existing team ethos by working closely with colleagues to deliver Operation Excellence. * Assemble, test, and calibrate valuable products, at times working with small components and demanding deadlines. * Develop product knowledge to support all areas of Assembly production when required. * Ensure high standards of quality throughout the Assembly cells to deliver excellence in customer service. * Become a role model to other team members and Apprentices, promoting high standards and a positive work ethic.

Requirements for Consideration:

Essential Skills:

* Experience in electrical and mechanical Assembly * Track record of working closely with Manufacturing Engineering and Research \& Design * Able to read and digest mechanical drawings and electrical schematics * Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort * A strong track record of delivering quality product to customers * Methodical approach to precision assembly * Experience in inspection fundamentals * Experience building intricate mechanical assemblies. * Ability to work both alone and in teams as required by the individual task * Run test procedures, collect data, and complete technical reports * Participate in project team meetings

Desirable Skills:

* Experience in delivering projects to improve cost, quality, and efficiency * Previous experience working within an ISO 9001 accredited environment. * Experience in Optical, Electrical \& Mechanical instrumentation

Required Personal Attributes:

* Honesty/Integrity – Does not cut corners ethically. Earns trust and maintains confidence. Does what is right. Speaks plainly and truthfully. * Follow through on commitments – Lives up to verbal and written agreements. * Attention to detail – Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project * Flexibility/adaptability – adjusts quickly to change priority and conditions. Copes effectively with complexity and change * Enthusiasm – Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has a can\-do attitude * Worth Ethic – possess a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done. Has a track record of working hard * High standards – Expects personal performance to be nothing short of the best * Listening skills – Lets others speak and seeks to understand their viewpoints * Communication – speaks and writes clearly and articulately without being over verbose or talkative. * Teamwork – reaches out to peers and cooperates with managers to establish overall collaborative working relationship.

Experience/Qualifications:

* Minimum of a L3 Apprenticeship in either Mechanical or Electronic disciplines * HNC/HND or higher in a Engineering discipline preferred

What we offer you:

* A fun, relaxed and supportive working environment. * 1pm Friday finish. * Competitive salary and 25 days holiday including Christmas. * Fantastic and supportive onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Taylor Hobson. * Generous matched pension scheme. * Life assurance. * Option to join private health plan. * Enhanced maternity pay. * We are invested in developing your skills and will promote and encourage progression through the business. * Mentoring and guidance for accreditation. * Opportunity to get involved with charity and fundraising, which we are passionate about. * Sports and Social Club – fun events and activities throughout the year including Christmas party. * Perkbox – our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service and a 24\-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees. * Employee referral scheme of £1000 * Cycle to work scheme. * An inclusive workforce. * Free onsite parking, electric charging points and easy access to the city centre.

Business Unit:

* Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is the world leader in surface and form metrology and developed the first Roundness and Surface Finish measuring instruments. * We provide contact and non\-contact measurement solutions for the most demanding applications on a global basis, with a worldwide infrastructure to support our clients; we are a truly global ultra\-precision metrology company. * We are pioneers, continually developing our products to meet the ever\-increasing demands of next generation technologies, particularly in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies. * Taylor Hobson's world leading brands include: Talyrond®, Form Talysurf® PGI, Form Talysurf® i\-Series, Surtronic®, LUPHOScan, Formalysurf® PGI Optics, Talyvel®, Autocollimators, Micro\-Alignment Telescope and AMECare. * Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc. which is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices. * Website: www.taylor\-hobson.com **Compensation**

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Currency: GBP Salary Minimum: Market Salary Maximum: Market Incentive: Market Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7\.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S\&P 500\. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.