Assembly Fitter

Randstad Inhouse Services; Shotton Colliery; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm seeks a skilled Assembly Operative to join their team in Shotton Colliery, UK. The successful applicant will be responsible for assembling products, conducting quality inspections, and adhering to safety procedures. The role offers competitive pay rates, flexible benefits, and opportunities for career development. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in assembly or manufacturing and strong attention to detail. Join a dynamic team that values safety and quality!

Benefits

Access to the Randstad Flexible Benefits App

Employee assistance programmes

Access to the on-site gym

Bank holidays and holidays

Training and career development opportunities

Weekly pay

Free car parking on site

On-site canteen

Qualifications

• Previous experience in assembly or manufacturing is essential.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions is required.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and products following work instructions.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.

Skills

Previous experience in assembly or manufacturing

Ability to read and interpret working instructions

Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong teamwork and communication skills

Willingness to learn and follow company procedures

Tools

Air/battery tools

Torque wrenches

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled assembly operator to join our energetic team in Peterlee. The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling products according to specification, ensuring quality standards are met, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Job Details

Job title: Assembly Operative

Location: Peterlee, SR8 2HX

Job type: Fixed term contract

Hours: 36.5 hours per week

Pay Rates:

• Day shift: £17.01 – £19.55 per hour
• Afternoon shift: £20.41 – £23.46 per hour
• Night shift: £22.96 – £26.39 per hour

Additional compensation: monthly attendance bonus and monthly truck bonuses, frequent overtime opportunities.

Shift Times:

• Day‑shift: Monday–Thursday 08:00‑16:00, Friday 08:00‑12:30
• Back‑shift: Monday–Thursday 16:00‑00:00, Friday 12:30‑17:00
• Night shift (not required): Monday–Thursday 00:00‑08:00, Friday 17:00‑21:30

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble components and products following work instructions.
• Operate air/battery tools and torque wrenches required for assembly tasks.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
• Report issues and defects to the line leader.
• Meet production targets daily.

Skills Required

• Previous experience in assembly or manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret working instructions.
• Good hand‑eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow company procedures.

Benefits

• Access to the Randstad Flexible Benefits App (discounts at major supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops and cinemas).
• Access to employee assistance programmes, including financial advice and counselling services.
• Access to the on‑site gym.
• Bank holidays and holidays, including summer and Christmas shutdown periods.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Weekly pay.
• Free car parking on site.
• On‑site canteen.

How to Apply

Click “Apply”, attach an updated CV, and one of our team members will be in contact to discuss the role further.

Due to the high volume of applications we will not be able to contact every applicant. If you have not heard back within 14 days of your application, then unfortunately you were not shortlisted for this position.