Manufacturing Assembler

Meridian Business Support
Nursling, Hampshire, SO16 0TF, United Kingdom
Last month
£18 – £18 ph

Salary

£18 – £18 ph

Posted
7 Apr 2026 (Last month)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced number of Manufacturing Assemblers with high dexterity skills at a leading manufacturing organisation on a full-time temporary contract in Southampton.

We are seeking individuls with experience in precision manufacturing, micro-assembly, electronics, medical devices, jewellery, watchmaking, or even have hobbies that are familiar with precision hand tools and micro-assembly equipment.

In this role you will perform highly precise manual assembly and finishing operations on small, delicate, or high-tolerance components where exceptional hand dexterity, steady control, and attention to microscopic detail are critical to product quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Assemble micro-scale or high-precision components using hand tools, tweezers, microscopes, or magnification systems

Perform fine alignment, fitting, and adjustment of components within extremely tight tolerances

Handle fragile materials (e.g. micro-electronics, thin wires, miniature fasteners, precision springs) without damage

Conduct detailed visual inspections to identify defects not detectable by automated systems

Execute repetitive, detail-intensive tasks while maintaining consistent quality over extended periods

Follow exacting work instructions, schematics, and standard operating procedures

Maintain cleanroom or controlled-environment discipline where required

Accurately document assembly steps, quality checks, and deviations

Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to resolve precision-related issues

Required Skills & Abilities (Critical)

Exceptional fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination

Ability to manipulate extremely small parts with consistent accuracy

Steady hands with minimal tremor under magnification

High tactile sensitivity and spatial awareness

Strong visual acuity (with or without corrective lenses)

Ability to maintain focus on intricate tasks for long durations

Superior attention to detail and error detection

Patience and discipline in repetitive precision work Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Business for this vacancy

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