Assembly Operative

Westray Recruitment Group; Templetown; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp to Perm opportunity

Overtime available

Weekday shifts

Job summary

Westray Recruitment Group is recruiting an Assembly Operator in the United Kingdom. You will assemble electrical components, read basic wiring diagrams, and perform quality checks to ensure safety standards are met.

You will work a structured shift pattern with two rotations, 6:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00, on weekdays. This temp-to-perm role offers development opportunities and potential permanent employment after probation.

Qualifications

• Must have an excellent can-do attitude.
• Willing to undertake any required training.
• Experience with shift rotations preferred.
• Good eye for detail and manual dexterity.
• Experience in electrical assembly is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire electrical components, control panels, and subassemblies using hand tools, power tools, and soldering equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical drawings.
• Perform quality checks to ensure components meet safety standards.
• Test electrical systems and troubleshoot any issues.
• Maintain clean and organised workstations in compliance with safety and 5S standards.
• Complete documentation and production records as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Wiring diagrams

Can-do attitude

Tools

Soldering equipment

Job description

• Temp to Perm opportunity with a global business who is a leader in its industry
• You will earn £14.33/hour
• 2 shift weekly rotation of: Mon to Fri 06:00 – 14:00 and Mon to Fri 14:00 – 22:00
• You will have a good work-life balance working alternative shifts at a set short 8 hours with no night shift
• Opportunity for you to learn new skills with investment in your personal development
• You will be working to precise measurements using good analytical skills

THE BUSINESS

Our client is an established manufacturer with roots dating back to more than 150 years. Their growth has been fuelled by innovation and having specialised technological expertise in growing markets producing high value electrical, electronic and digital solutions that improve people’s lives. They have been present in the UK market for over 50 years and have an established manufacturing site in Country Durham. They are a respected local employer with core values focussing around people development and equality, alongside social policies including protecting the environment

THE ROLE

The position is an Assembly Operator. You will support the business by Assembling electrical components. Some of your duties will include:

• Assemble and wire electrical components, control panels, and subassemblies using hand tools, power tools, and soldering equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical basic, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.
• Perform quality checks to ensure all components meet operational and safety standards.
• Test electrical systems and troubleshoot any issues or discrepancies.
• Maintain clean and organised workstations in compliance with safety and 5S standards.
• Complete documentation and production records as required.

THE PERSON

You will be required to work with minimum supervision, adopting a positive and proactive approach to ensure the business achieves it’s KPI’s and related targets. An excellent attitude is required for this role as there is an opportunity for you to be offered permanent employment.

• Suitable candidates must have an excellent can-do attitude
• The person will work to set KPI’s and other related targets the business may set
• You must be willing to undertake any training required for the role
• Previous experience of working shift rotations is desirable
• You will demonstrate a good eye for detail and show good manual dexterity
• Experience working in electrical assembly is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided

THE PACKAGE

• Temp to Perm opportunity with a global business who is a leader in its industry
• You will earn £14.33 which will rise again after passing probationary period
• Daily 8-hour shifts working 5 days a week from Monday to Friday
• 2 shift weekly rotation of: Mon to Fri 06:00 – 14:00 Mon to Fri 14:00 – 22:00
• Excellent overtime rates with weekend work available subject to business demand
• Additional benefits will be available directly from the employer should your role go permanent
• Position is Full time ongoing, so Students should not apply