Assembly Operative

We Are Zenith; Blyth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent opportunity (after 12 weeks)

Overtime available

Training and development

Supportive team environment

Growing manufacturing operation

Job summary

We Are Zenith is recruiting an Assembly Production Operative in Blyth, UK, to join a busy production team on a temporary basis with potential to go permanent. You will assemble products per drawings, perform inspections, and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires hands-on mechanical assembly experience, ability to read drawings, and a vigilant, team-spirited approach. Overtime may be available as operations scale up.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, production and mechanical assembly.
• Able to read engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Reliable, motivated and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products and components in line with engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications and manufacturing documentation.
• Carry out quality checks and work closely with the quality department to ensure standards are met.
• Identify and report defects, rework requirements and health & safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the production team.
• Communicate effectively with team leaders and colleagues to meet manufacturing objectives.
• Complete all required training and follow company procedures.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Education

Manufacturing apprenticeship

Tools

Tape measure

Impact driver

Hand tools

Job description

We are currently working with our client who are a North-East Manufacturer recruiting for an experienced Assembly Production Operative on a temporary basis initially with the possibility of becoming permanent. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a busy production team, supporting the assembly and manufacture of high-quality products while working to production schedules and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble products and components in line with engineering drawings and work instructions. (must have experience with Mechanical Assembly)
• Accurately interpret technical drawings, specifications and manufacturing documentation.
• Carry out quality checks and work closely with the quality department to ensure standards are met.
• Identify and report defects, rework requirements and health & safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the production team.
• Communicate effectively with team leaders and colleagues to ensure manufacturing objectives are achieved.
• Complete all required training and follow company procedures at all times.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production & Mechanical Assembly environment.
• Able to use a standard tape measure
• Familiar with Impact Drivers in Manufacturing
• Good mechanical assembly skills and experience using hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, motivated and safety-conscious approach to work.

Desirable

• Manufacturing or engineering qualifications/apprenticeship.

Benefits

• Permanent employment opportunity. (Not guaranteed initially a 12 week contract and will be assessed at the end of the 12 week period)
• Overtime available.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to work within a growing manufacturing operation.