Assembly Operative

Kinetic plc; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Recruitment is seeking Assembly Operatives to join a growing manufacturing business in St Helens. This hands-on role involves assembling cabinets, panels and components from technical drawings using hand tools and basic machinery, with duties spanning quality checks and ensuring products meet specifications.

The role is permanent and full-time, with a Monday-Thursday 7:00-15:30 and Friday 7:00-12:30 schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly/manufacturing or similar hands-on production
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or assembly instructions
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to follow instructions and meet production targets
• Commitment to safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Assemble cabinets, panels and components to drawings and specs
• Use hand tools and machinery safely and effectively
• Carry out quality checks and report defects
• Ensure products meet quality standards
• Maintain clean, organised working area
• Work to production targets and timescales
• Collaborate with team to meet daily requirements

Skills

Hand tools

Reading technical drawings

Attention to detail

Quality awareness

Teamwork

Reliability

Communication

Safety compliance

Job description

Kinetic Recruitment are currently looking for Assembly Operatives to join a growing manufacturing business based in St Helens. The company are part of an established group specialising in equipment for telecoms networks and continues to grow year on year. This is a hands-on manufacturing role where you will be responsible for assembling cabinets, panels and components using hand tools and working from technical drawings and assembly instructions. This is a permanent, full time position working Monday to Thursday, 7am to 3:30pm, and Friday 7am to 12:30pm.

The Role

• Assembling cabinets, panels and components to technical drawings and specifications
• Using a range of hand tools and machinery safely and effectively
• Following assembly instructions, drawings and production specifications
• Measuring and checking components throughout the assembly process
• Carrying out quality checks and reporting any defects or issues
• Ensuring completed products meet the required quality standards
• Working to production targets and agreed timescales
• Safely moving components and finished products when required
• Reporting any equipment faults or problems to the Team Leader or Manager
• Maintaining a clean and organised working area
• Following all Health & Safety procedures
• Working as part of a team to meet daily production requirements

Requirements

• Previous experience in assembly, manufacturing or a similar hands-on production environment
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, diagrams or assembly instructions
• Experience using hand tools
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to follow instructions and work to set specifications
• Comfortable working to production targets while maintaining quality
• Good communication skills
• Reliable and consistent approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Details

• £24,804 per annum (£12.72 per hour)
• Permanent position
• Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 3:30pm / Friday: 7:00am - 12:30pm
• Holidays and company benefits
• Long-term opportunity with an established and growing manufacturing business