Assembly Operative

Bridgestaff Group; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Lunch Daily

Onsite Parking

Structured training provided

Job summary

Bridgestaff Group is recruiting for Assembly Operatives to join a busy operation. You will inspect, test, repair and prepare returned products for resale or redistribution in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasises quality, safety and attention to detail, with opportunities to develop technical and operational skills while working across multiple areas of the site. This is a full-time, ongoing temporary position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse, repair or refurbishment environments.
• Ability to follow processes and work instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Inspect returned products for cosmetic, functional and quality defects.
• Carry out testing and safety checks using approved equipment and procedures.
• Repair or replace damaged, worn or missing components where required.
• Ensure refurbished products meet quality and performance standards.
• Accurately record testing results and refurbishment outcomes.
• Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions at all times.
• Achieve productivity and quality targets within the operation.
• Support packing, labeling, palletising and dispatch activities.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Identify and escape products unsuitable for refurbishment.
• Contribute ideas to improve efficiency, quality and workplace organisation.
• Support different operational areas as business needs require.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Follow procedures

Basic IT skills

Communication

Performance targets

Job description

Hours: 07:15am - 5:30pm (including weekends and bank holidays)

Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing Temporary

Are you hands-on, detail-oriented, and take pride in producing high-quality work?

Bridgestaff Group are currently recruiting for Assembly Operatives to join a busy and growing operation. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse, repair, or refurbishment environments who enjoy working with products and ensuring they meet the highest quality standards before returning to customers.

The Role

As a Assembly Operative, you will be responsible for inspecting, testing, repairing, and preparing returned products for resale or redistribution. You'll play a key role in ensuring products meet strict quality, safety, and cosmetic standards while working within a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect returned products for cosmetic, functional, and quality defects
• Carry out testing and safety checks using approved equipment and procedures
• Repair or replace damaged, worn, or missing components where required
• Ensure refurbished products meet quality and performance standards
• Accurately record testing results and refurbishment outcomes
• Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions at all times
• Achieve productivity and quality targets within the operation
• Support packing, labelling, palletising, and dispatch activities
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Identify and escape products unsuitable for refurbishment
• Contribute ideas to improve efficiency, quality, and workplace organisation
• Support different operational areas as business needs require

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse, repair, or refurbishment environments
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to follow processes and work instructions accurately
• Basic IT skills and confidence recording information electronically
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work towards performance and quality targets

The Ideal Candidate

• Safety conscious and quality focused
• Reliable, punctual, and accountable
• Positive team player with a strong work ethic
• Flexible and willing to learn new skills
• Takes pride in delivering high standards of work
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment

What's In It For You?

• Long-term opportunity with a well-established employer
• Free Lunch Daily
• Structured training provided
• Onsite Parking
• Consistent shift pattern offering a great work-life balance
• Opportunity to develop new technical and operational skills