Assembly Operative

Airport Placements; Hythe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Assembly Operative to join a busy production team. The role includes assembling components with accuracy, performing quality checks, and maintaining a clean workspace. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and teamwork skills, with previous experience in manufacturing preferred. The position offers a pay rate of £12.80 per hour, with some overtime on Fridays and a full-time, permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to assemble products to a high standard.
• Experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assemble components following instructions.
• Perform quality checks and report defects.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Meet daily production targets.
• Assist with packing and labeling finished goods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Job title: Assembly Operative
Location: Lympne, Kent
Hours of work: 07:00 - £17:00 Monday to Thursday (Overtime available on Fridays as and when the business requires)
Salary : £12.80 per hour
Job Type: Full time/permanent

We are recruiting an Assembly Operative to join our clients busy production team. The successful candidate will take responsibility for assembling products to a high standard, ensuring accuracy, quality and consistency in every unit produced.

Key responsibilities

• Accurately assemble components and finished products following written instructions, drawings and work orders
• Perform quality checks at each stage and report any defects
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workstation
• Meet daily production targets while maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Assist with packing and labelling finished goods as required
• Complete basic production records and follow standard operating procedures

Essential skills and experience

• Proven ability to assemble products to a high standard with strong attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow assembly instructions and simple technical drawings
• Reliable, punctual and able to work as part of a team
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment is advantageous

Working conditions

• Fast-paced production environment
• Standing for long periods and occasional lifting of moderate weights
• Flexible shift patterns may be required depending on production needs