Assembly Operative

CV-Library • Darwen, Lancashire • 2d ago

Assembly Operative – Cleanroom Environment

Please note: The successful candidate MUST have at least 1 year of experience working within a cleanroom environment.

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our prestigious client based in the Blackburn area for an experienced and detail-focused Assembly Operative.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing manufacturing team within a precision engineering and aerospace environment.

Job Summary

The Assembly Operative will be responsible for the assembly, inspection, and packaging of high-precision aerospace components within a controlled cleanroom environment. The successful candidate will work to strict quality standards, ensuring all products meet customer and regulatory requirements while maintaining contamination control procedures at all times.

Key Responsibilities

Assemble aerospace components and sub-assemblies in accordance with detailed engineering drawings, technical instructions, and quality procedures.
Carry out precision assembly work within a cleanroom environment while adhering to strict contamination control standards.
Perform visual and dimensional inspections using microscopes, magnification equipment, and measuring tools where required.
Handle delicate materials and components with a high level of care and accuracy.
Follow cleanroom gowning procedures and FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention protocols at all times.
Maintain clean and organised workstations, tools, and assembly equipment in line with cleanroom standards.
Identify and report assembly defects, contamination risks, or quality concerns promptly.
Work closely with quality, engineering, and production teams to ensure products are completed to specification and on schedule.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve assembly efficiency, product quality, and cleanroom processes.
Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and company procedures.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of experience working within a cleanroom environment.
Previous assembly experience within aerospace, engineering, electronics, medical, or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments preferred.
Strong manual dexterity and experience handling small, delicate, or precision-engineered components.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and assembly documentation.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high levels of accuracy in repetitive tasks.
Good understanding of contamination control and cleanroom procedures.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
Physically capable of standing for extended periods and working in full cleanroom PPE.