Assembly Operative

Job Advert; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Permanent potential

Job summary

Job Advert on the outskirts of Newmarket is seeking an Assembly Operative to join a fast-paced production team. The role runs Monday to Friday, is temporary with potential to go permanent, and pays £13.75–£14.25 per hour. It is a 37-hour week with overtime and on-site parking, and requires own vehicle for commuting.

You will assemble precision components, solder and cut to specification, and use hand and power tools. Training is provided and prior assembly experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly, soldering, or production is essential.
• Ability to read work instructions and drawings is beneficial.
• Willingness to learn and be proactive.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products used in MOD.
• Solder and cut components to specification.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Follow work instructions and technical drawings (training provided).
• Maintain a clean and organised workstation.
• Collaborate with a supportive workshop team.

Skills

Assembly

Soldering

Production experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Join the team as an Assembly Operative on the outskirts of Newmarket, working Monday to Friday in a fast-paced and supportive production environment. This is a temporary ongoing position with potential to become permanent, paying £13.75 p/hour to start, rising to £14.25 p/hour after a successful probation period.

All applicants must have access to their own vehicle to commute to this site

You’ll be working on precision-built components, cutting materials, soldering, and using a variety of hand and power tools to assemble high-quality parts.

Assembly Operative Duties:

• Assembling various products used in MOD
• Soldering and cutting components to specification
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Following work instructions and technical drawings (training provided)
• Maintaining a clean and organised workstation
• Collaborating with a supportive team in a workshop environment

Who are we looking for?

• A willingness to learn and a positive, proactive attitude
• Must drive and have access to your own vehicle (no public transport available)
• Assembly, soldering, or production experience is essential

Pay & Hours:

• £13.75 - £14.25 p/hour
• Monday to Thursday, 08:30 - 16:30
• Friday, 08:30 - 16:00 (early finish!)
• 37-hour work week
• Flexible working hours available after probation
• Overtime available
• On-site parking
• Temporary ongoing position with the potential to go permanent

Previous assembly experience is advantageous but not essential. If you have a great attitude, are keen to learn, and enjoy hands-on work, they're ready to train the right person. If you're practical, eager to learn, and looking to be part of a forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you.