Assembly Operative
Location: Swadlincote
Pay Rate: £12.86 per hour
Job Type: 13 weeks temporary assignment to then go on to a long-term fixed contract directly with the client.
Hours: Monday to Thursday 0700-1530, Friday early finish 0700-1230 – 37.5hours per week-
Build Something That Matters
Are you practical, hands-on, and comfortable working with tools?
Do you take pride in producing quality work and enjoy working as part of a team?
We are currently recruiting an Assembly Operative to join a busy manufacturing environment in Swadlincote, working for a leading business within the Manufacturing industry.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work and wants to develop their skills within a highly respected manufacturing environment.
The Role
As an Assembly Operative, you will be responsible for assembling components used within vehicle systems, ensuring every product is manufactured safely, accurately and to the required quality standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assembling components and associated parts.
- Using a range of hand and power tools safely and effectively.
- Following detailed assembly instructions, drawings, and production specifications.
- Measuring, fitting, and securing components accurately.
- Checking finished assemblies to ensure they meet quality standards.
- Identifying defects or issues and reporting them to the relevant supervisor.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working area.
- Working to production targets without compromising quality.
- Following all company health & safety procedures.
- Working closely with colleagues to ensure production schedules are achieved.
The ideal candidate profile:
Practical ability, attitude, and reliability!
- Have previous experience within a manufacturing, assembly, or engineering environment.
- Are confident using hand tools and basic power tools.
- Have good attention to detail.
- Can follow instructions and technical information.
- Take pride in the quality of their work.
- Are physically capable of carrying out a hands-on production role.
- Are reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
- Work well as part of a team.
- Have a genuine desire to learn and develop new skills.
Previous experience in technical assembly, automotive, engineering, rail, manufacturing or similar environments would be advantageous.
What You Can Expect £12.86 per hour + holiday pay
- Equivalent to approximately £14.41 per hour including holiday pay
- Full-time hours – early finish on a Friday
- Opportunity for a long-fixed term contract directly with the client
- Full training provided
- Supportive team environment
- Opportunity to develop your technical and assembly skills
The Person
We're looking for someone who is hands-on, reliable, and proud of what they produce.
You don't need to be a qualified engineer. If you're mechanically minded, enjoy working with your hands and have the right attitude, this could be an excellent opportunity to establish yourself within a highly respected manufacturing business.