Assembly Operative

Infinity Employment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

Company pension

Free tea and coffee

Free on-site parking

Christmas shutdown

Development opportunities

Job summary

Infinity Employment is recruiting an experienced Assembly Operative for a precision manufacturing company in Portsmouth. You will assemble small, intricate components and perform potting processes to exacting standards, with full training provided if needed.

Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year in assembly, strong manual dexterity and attention to detail. Aerospace experience is valued but not required; a positive, reliable attitude and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of assembly experience required.
• Excellent attention to detail and high workmanship standards.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to handle small, delicate components.
• Experience in precision assembly, electronics or mechanical assembly preferred.
• Previous potting experience is highly advantageous.
• Aerospace or aviation manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential.
• Reliable, conscientious and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Precisely assemble small mechanical and electrical components.
• Work with intricate parts requiring careful handling and dexterity.
• Perform specialist potting processes as part of the assembly.
• Follow detailed instructions and manufacturing specifications.
• Conduct visual inspections and quality checks to ensure standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised workspace.

Skills

Assembly experience

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Independent worker

Job description

Infinity Employment is recruiting for an experienced Assembly Operative to join a well-established and growing precision manufacturing company based in Portsmouth.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist manufacturer producing high-quality aircraft components, including seating controls and lighting systems for Boeing aircraft.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has excellent attention to detail and enjoys working with intricate components in a precision manufacturing environment.

Previous aerospace or aviation experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

The Role:

Working within a skilled manufacturing team, you will be responsible for assembling small, intricate components to exacting quality standards.

The role involves a specialist manufacturing process known as potting, which involves applying protective compounds to electronic components and assemblies.

Full training in the company's specific processes can be provided for candidates with the right assembly background.

Key Responsibilities:

• Precision assembly of small mechanical and electrical components.
• Working with intricate parts requiring excellent manual dexterity.
• Carrying out specialist potting processes.
• Following detailed assembly instructions and manufacturing specifications.
• Conducting visual inspections and quality checks.
• Ensuring all finished components meet strict quality standards.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year's assembly experience is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship.
• Good manual dexterity and confidence handling small, delicate components.
• Experience in precision assembly, electronics or mechanical assembly.
• Previous potting experience would be highly advantageous.
• Aerospace or aviation manufacturing experience is desirable but not essential.
• A reliable, conscientious and positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm
• Friday: 7:0am - 12:00pm
• Overtime available at the weekends

Salary & Benefits;

• Starting pay: £13.50 per hour
• Overtime paid at time and a half (£20.25 per hour)
• Permanent position - not temporary or temp-to-perm.
• Annual profit-sharing bonus scheme, with entitlement linked to length of service.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free tea and coffee.
• Free on-site parking.
• Christmas shutdown provided in addition to your annual holiday entitlement.
• Opportunity to develop specialist skills within aerospace manufacturing.
• Supportive team and established manufacturing environment.

Why Apply:

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on, detailed assembly work and wants to build a long-term career within a specialist manufacturing business.

You don't need to have worked in aerospace before. If you have solid assembly experience, a steady hand and a genuine eye for detail, we would love to hear from you.

Immediate start available for the right candidate.