Assembler (FTC June - Sept 2026)
Woodchester
Job Description Closing date Tuesday 21st April 2026 Salary from £25,500 (~£2,125pm gross) Location Woodchester Renishaw is currently seeking to recruit a number of Assemblers on a fixed term contract (from 1st June '26 to 30th Sept. '26) to provide holiday cover across the summer months and support current workload requirements. Successful candidates must be available for a minimum of 10 weeks, work a standard day (Typically 7:30-4:00pm) or a 6am - 2pm / 2pm - 10pm shift pattern. There will be two interview date options available, Saturday 9th May or Saturday 16th May. The roles will involve the assembly and inspection of metrology products to a specified quality standard, in line with a defined production schedule. The successful applicants will work as part of a team alongside a group of Production Technicians and Engineers. Responsibilities To assemble and inspect products to defined standards. To follow all relevant instructions, both written and verbal, and highlight any deficiencies observed in the process. To use the skills and techniques acquired during training, to work in an efficient and quality conscious manner so that product quality and production targets are met. To inform supervision of any problems that exist which may affect the quality of the product. To work sensibly and safely at all times, ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations and reporting all Health and Safety concerns immediately. Key requirements You must be aged 18+ due to the working environment and safeguarding of our employees. A high level of dexterity. Good eyesight, with spectacles/lenses if worn. The flexibility to adapt and continually improve. The ability and confidence to operate with machinery, test equipment and computer systems should the need arise. The ability to read and correctly interpret build instructions. Person specification The successful applicants will have an identifiable “can do” attitude with regards to their work ethic. They will be able to work well within a team environment and communicate well. The individual will also have a proven record of good time keeping and attendance. Benefits When you join Renishaw, we're committing to your future career. That's because we believe in developing our people's skills and promoting them internally. We also offer a benefits package that's highly desirable; including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary annual bonus, *subsidised onsite restaurants and *coffee shops, free parking, *car sharing scheme and *24 hour fitness centres. ( not available at all sites). We also want to promote a healthy work-life balance as much as possible, so we have introduced a hybrid working policy which allows for a combination of home and office based working depending on the nature of your role. We also offer a variable working programme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance policy of 12 times annual salary, Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced maternity pay subject to qualifying criteria, Health Cash Plan, the option to join BUPA Renishaw Health Trust and an Employee Assistance Programme for employees and family. Please click here for further information about our benefits. At Renishaw we believe that our success is powered by welcoming a workforce of diverse and talented people. Through encouraging an inclusive culture, where all our employees are free to be themselves, we can achieve our core values: Innovation, Inspiration, Integrity, and Involvement. If you are excited about the role but feel as though you don’t meet all the requirements, we would encourage you still to apply. You might just be the right person for this role or another opportunity at Renishaw. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, or require any reasonable adjustments please contact the recruitment team on 01453 524600 or recruitment@renishaw.com. Please click here for further information about diversity and inclusion at Renishaw. Employment Type: Fixed Term / Temporary (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time Requisition Number: R9261 Assembler (FTC June - Sept 2026) (Open) Renishaw is a FTSE 250 global engineering and scientific technology company, with core skills in measurement, motion control, additive manufacturing, healthcare, spectroscopy and manufacturing. We supply products and services that push the boundaries of what is possible in applications as diverse as jet engine and wind turbine manufacture, through to dentistry and brain surgery. We are also a world leader in the field of metal additive manufacturing (also referred to as 3D printing), where we design and make industrial machines that ‘print' parts from metal powder. We currently have 77 offices in 36 countries, with around 5,200 employees worldwide. Over 3,000 people are employed within the UK where we carry out the majority of our research and development, and manufacturing. With a global presence in a broad range of sectors, we aim to ensure that our workforce reflects the diverse global communities we serve. Every year we welcome a wide range of new employees, from apprentices to experienced professionals. By joining Renishaw you will be making a difference to the world in which we live, in a global company that encourages innovation and personal achievement. Our people help us to pursue this purpose so that we can continue to be a world leader in precision technology and deliver on our vision to innovate and transform capabilities in manufacturing, science and healthcare through unparalleled levels of precision, productivity and practicality.
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Closing Date for Applications: 21st April 2026
Salary: Salary from £25,500 (~£2,125pm gross)

