Assembly Operative

Prime Appointments; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Overtime opportunities available

Long-term progression potential

Job summary

Prime Appointments in Haverhill is recruiting Assembly Operatives for a busy manufacturing site. The role involves assembling fibre optic cables and small precision components to tight standards in a clean room, using hand tools and following technical drawings and work orders.

Full training is provided, with rotating shifts and optional overtime. The position is temporary ongoing with potential for permanent opportunities, offering an immediate start date and a path to long-term progression in

Qualifications

• Previous small component assembly or production experience
• Fibre optic assembly experience would be advantageous but not essential
• Experience working on production lines or precision assembly work
• Good attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Comfortable using hand tools
• Open to both experienced and junior candidates with the right attitude

Responsibilities

• Assembling fibre optic cables and small precision components
• Working from technical drawings, assembly instructions and work orders
• Using hand tools and small assembly equipment
• Carrying out detailed assembly work with a high level of accuracy
• Inspecting completed assemblies to ensure quality standards are met
• Working within a clean room environment
• Following COSHH, health & safety and quality procedures at all times
• Supporting the production team to meet customer deadlines

Skills

Assembly experience

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reliable with positive attitude

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Role: Assembly Operative
Location: Haverhill, Suffolk
Pay: £12.71 p/hour + Shift Allowance (£14.24+ p/hour)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Temporary Ongoing (with potential for permanent opportunities)

We are currently recruiting for Assembly Operatives to join a busy manufacturing business in Haverhill due to continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with assembly or production experience looking to join a clean, modern working environment with full training provided.

This role involves assembling small, high-quality components within a clean room environment. Previous fibre optic assembly experience would be advantageous, but candidates with precision assembly, electronics, or production line experience are encouraged to apply.

Pay & Hours

• £12.71 p/hour
• Shift allowance available, increasing pay to £14.24+ p/hour
• Rotating shifts: 06:00 - 14:00, 14:00 - 22:00
• Part-time late shifts also available, e.g. 16:00 - 22:00
• Saturday overtime available, 06:00 - 14:00
• Temporary ongoing position with potential for permanent opportunities

Assembly Operative Duties

• Assembling fibre optic cables and small precision components
• Working from technical drawings, assembly instructions and work orders
• Using hand tools and small assembly equipment
• Carrying out detailed assembly work with a high level of accuracy
• Inspecting completed assemblies to ensure quality standards are met
• Working within a clean room environment
• Following COSHH, health & safety and quality procedures at all times
• Supporting the production team to meet customer deadlines

What We're Looking For

• Previous small component assembly or production experience
• Fibre optic assembly experience would be advantageous but not essential
• Experience working on production lines or precision assembly work
• Good attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Comfortable using hand tools
• Reliable with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Open to both experienced and junior candidates with the right attitude

Benefits

• Full training provided
• Clean, modern working environment
• COSHH and Manual Handling training provided
• Overtime opportunities available
• Long-term opportunity with genuine progression potential