Assembly Operative

Next Generation; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 47,480,000 - 54,615,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Generation is recruiting an Assembly Operative for a well-established manufacturing business in Tewkesbury. The role involves carrying out production and assembly operations for PCB manufacturing and ensuring adherence to work instructions and quality standards.

This permanent night-shift position requires 3–5 years of experience, good manual dexterity, and the ability to operate production equipment safely.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as an Assembly Operative.
• Experience operating production/manufacturing equipment.
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PCB assembly and manufacturing operations per work instructions.
• Operate production machinery safely and in line with procedures.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of in-process and finished PCB products.
• Maintain production records and traceability documentation.
• Keep a clean and safe working environment following 5S principles.
• Support new product trials, training, and validation activities.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Operating production equipment

Job description

Job Title: Assembly Operative

Job type: Permanent

Hours: Nights

Salary: £16.57 per hour

Next Generation have been appointed to recruit for an Assembly Operative to work for a well-established manufacturing business who supply into multiple industries. Based in Tewkesbury the Assembly Operative will be responsible for carrying out production and manufacturing operations fabrication of PCB’s.

Duties of the Assembly Operative:

• Carry out manufacturing and assembly operations in the production of PCBs in accordance with documented work instructions, process specifications, and quality standards.
• Operate production machinery and equipment safely, competently, and in accordance with all relevant operating procedures and training received.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspection of in-process and finished product, identifying and escalating non-conformances in accordance with the Company's quality management procedures.
• Maintain accurate production records, batch records, and traceability documentation as required by quality management systems (including IPC standards, ISO 9001, and AS9100 where applicable).
• Meet productivity targets and output standards as communicated by the Production Supervisor, reporting any factors that may affect delivery schedules.
• Set up, operate, and carry out basic maintenance and cleaning of production equipment and tooling in accordance with scheduled maintenance plans.
• Support the introduction of new products, processes, and equipment by participating in trials, training, and validation activities as required.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment in compliance with 5S principles and the Company's housekeeping standards.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and quality enhancement to the Production Supervisor.
• Participate fully in team briefings, training sessions, and performance reviews as required.
• Comply with all Company Health and Safety procedures, including the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe manual handling, and adherence to COSHH controls relevant to PCB manufacturing processes. Demonstrate a personal commitment to the health, safety, and welfare of yourself, your colleagues, and all others affected by the Company's activities.

The successful candidate for the Assembly Operatives position will have the following experience:

• 3 – 5 years experience working as an Assembly Operative (Essential)
• Experience operating production / manufacturing equipment (Essential)
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail (Essential)