Assembly Operative

Ambitions Personnel; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambitions Personnel is recruiting a Semi Skilled Production Operative in Peterborough to support a busy manufacturing site during a peak period. The role is night-shift oriented, involves operating cutting machinery and ensuring materials are processed safely and to quality standards.

You will follow production instructions, perform quality checks, keep the work area clean and safe, and participate in training before starting the assignment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience operating machinery or equipment.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• The ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
• A strong awareness of Health & Safety in the workplace.
• A reliable, hardworking and proactive attitude.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to attend training during the day before moving onto night shifts.
• The ability to commit to the full temporary assignment and required shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Operating machinery safely and efficiently throughout the shift.
• Following production instructions and operating procedures.
• Ensuring materials are cut accurately to the required specifications.
• Carrying out quality checks and reporting any issues or defects.
• Handling materials and preparing them for processing.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Following all Health & Safety procedures and company guidelines.
• Meeting production requirements while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Working independently and as part of a team to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Attending training sessions prior to the start of the assignment.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machinery operation

Attention to detail

Health & Safety awareness

Teamwork

Training readiness

Tools

Industrial cutting machinery

Job description

Semi Skilled Production Operative

Location:Peterborough
Job Type: Temporary
Shifts: Nights, Monday to Thursday, 7:30pm–5:30am

We are currently recruiting for a Machine Operative to support a well-established manufacturing company during a busy peak period.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous manufacturing or production experience who is comfortable working night shifts and enjoys a hands‑on role within a busy, quality-focused environment.

The successful candidates will play an important role in supporting production by operating cutting machinery and ensuring materials are processed accurately, safely and in line with the required quality standards.

The Role:

As a Machine Operative, your responsibilities will include:

• Operating machinery safely and efficiently throughout the shift.
• Following production instructions and operating procedures.
• Ensuring materials are cut accurately to the required specifications.
• Carrying out quality checks and reporting any issues or defects.
• Handling materials and preparing them for processing.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.
• Following all Health & Safety procedures and company guidelines.
• Meeting production requirements while maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Working independently and as part of a team to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Attending training sessions prior to the start of the assignment.

What We're Looking For:

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience operating machinery or equipment.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• The ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
• A strong awareness of Health & Safety in the workplace.
• A reliable, hardworking and proactive attitude.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to attend training during the day before moving onto night shifts.
• The ability to commit to the full temporary assignment and required shift pattern.

Previous experience in operating industrial cutting machinery would be advantageous, although training will be provided.

Working Hours & Assignment Details:

• Night shift: Monday to Thursday, 7:30pm–5:30am.
• Training: Expected to commence during the first week of November, on a day/ afternoon shift.
• Duration: Temporary peak-period assignment, subject to final business requirements.

If you’re reliable, practical and looking for a hands‑on manufacturing opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

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