Assembly Operative

Hewett Recruitment; Hereford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Hewett Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Assembly Operative in Hereford to join a well-established manufacturing business onsite. The role involves detailed assembly work, wiring and electrical components, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and following technical instructions.

The position is 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, £13.00 per hour, temporary initially until 21st December 2026 with potential to extend or become permanent.

Qualifications

• Good manual dexterity and steady hands for detailed assembly work.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written manufacturing and assembly instructions accurately.
• Reliable and punctual approach to work.
• Based in, or able to reliably commute to, Hereford.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed assembly of components and parts.
• Install wiring, connectors and electrical components.
• Strip, solder, crimp and heat-shrink electrical terminations.
• Work accurately from manufacturing orders, diagrams and work instructions.
• Follow specified assembly sequences and manufacturing processes.
• Carry out quality checks on completed components.
• Complete basic continuity and functional checks where required.
• Identify and report defects or quality issues before components progress further.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Following instructions

Reliable

Hereford commuting

Job description

Electrical Assembly Operative

Location: Hereford
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, between 8:00am and 5:00pm
Contract: Temporary initially until 21st December 2026, with the potential to extend or become permanent
Working Pattern: On-site

Are you practical, hands-on and confident carrying out detailed assembly work? Do you have excellent attention to detail and enjoy working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

Hewett Recruitment is currently looking for an Assembly Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Hereford.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous experience in assembly, production, manufacturing, wiring or other detailed hands-on work. Previous electrical assembly experience would be advantageous but isn't essential. Candidates with good manual dexterity, a keen eye for detail and the ability to follow detailed instructions accurately are also encouraged to apply.

Duties will include:

• Carrying out detailed assembly of components and parts
• Installing wiring, connectors and electrical components
• Stripping, soldering, crimping and heat-shrinking electrical terminations
• Working accurately from manufacturing orders, diagrams and work instructions
• Following specified assembly sequences and manufacturing processes
• Carrying out quality checks on completed components
• Completing basic continuity and functional checks where required
• Identifying and reporting defects or quality issues before components progress further
• Working closely with the wider production team to maintain an efficient workflow
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Ensuring work is completed accurately and within required production deadlines

What we are looking for:

• Good manual dexterity and steady hands for detailed assembly work
• Excellent attention to detail
• A practical, hands-on approach
• Ability to follow written manufacturing and assembly instructions accurately
• Comfortable following diagrams and technical instructions
• Comfortable carrying out repetitive, detailed bench-based work
• Ability to work to deadlines without compromising quality
• Reliable and punctual approach to work
• Based in, or able to reliably commute to, Hereford

Desirable experience:

Previous experience within any of the following would be advantageous, although not essential:

• Production or manufacturing assembly
• Electrical or electronic assembly
• Wiring or cable assembly
• Soldering and crimping
• Precision or small-component assembly
• Reading wiring diagrams or technical drawings
• Using basic testing or measuring equipment
• Working within a quality-controlled manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing, electrical or engineering qualifications

If you are a practical, reliable and detail-focused individual with experience in assembly, production, manufacturing, wiring or another hands-on environment, we would be keen to hear from you.