Assembly and Warehouse Operative

New Appointments Group Ltd; Ashford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days leave

Staff discount

Life insurance

Private medical

Company pension

Job summary

New Appointments Group in Ashford is seeking an Assembly & Yard Operative for a hands-on role in a busy production and yard environment. This temp-to-perm opportunity involves final assembly and preparing orders for dispatch.

You'll need experience in manufacturing or warehousing, be comfortable with manual handling, and able to work outdoors in all weather. A forklift licence is advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, warehouse or production environments.
• Ability to perform manual handling and heavy lifting.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, hardworking, able to work on own initiative.
• Forklift licence is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out final assembly tasks, including fitting nuts, bolts, locks, push pads, and other components
• Accurately pick, label, and pack customer orders from order sheets
• Wrap and package products to prevent damage
• Load and unload delivery vehicles safely and efficiently
• Complete daily equipment checks and maintain accurate records
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve daily production and dispatch targets
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the workshop and yard areas
• Support other departments and operational areas as required

Skills

Manual handling

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Reliability

Outdoor work

Forklift license (advantage)

Manufacturing/production experience

Job description

Assembly & Warehouse Operative - Temp to Perm Opportunity

Location: Ashford

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm, plus alternate Saturdays, 7:00am - 11:00am

We are currently recruiting for an Assembly & Yard Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business in Ashford. This is an excellent temporary-to-permanent opportunity for a hardworking and reliable individual who enjoys a hands-on role within a busy production and yard environment.

Working as part of the operations team, you will be responsible for completing the final assembly of products, preparing orders for dispatch, and supporting yard activities to ensure customer orders are delivered accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out final assembly tasks, including fitting nuts, bolts, locks, push pads, and other components
• Accurately pick, label, and pack customer orders from order sheets
• Wrap and package products carefully to prevent damage during transportation
• Load and unload delivery vehicles safely and efficiently
• Complete daily equipment checks and maintain accurate records
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve daily production and dispatch targets
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the workshop and yard areas
• Support other departments and operational areas as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, assembly, warehouse, yard, or production environment
• Ability to carry out manual handling and heavy lifting duties
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable, hardworking, and able to work on own initiative
• A valid forklift licence would be advantageous but is not essential

Benefits Upon Permanent Employment

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Staff discount on products
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a long-term position with a growing company that values its employees and offers excellent benefits and career stability.

Due to the location, own transport is essential

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. New Appointments Group acts as an Employment Agency for permanent roles and as an Employment Business for temporary roles.