Assembly Operatives - Clevedon

Pertemps; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gift cards

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon is seeking Mechanical Assembly Operatives to join our manufacturing team. This hands-on role focuses on assembling frames, brackets and components, building sub-assemblies and installing pipework, with attention to drawings and work instructions.

The ideal candidate has practical mechanical or engineering experience, proficiency with hand tools, and a reliable, team-oriented approach. Opportunities for ongoing shifts and a clear path in a global company are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous assembly, manufacturing or engineering experience.
• Experience using hand tools and working with mechanical parts.
• Ability to follow instructions and basic engineering drawings.
• Good attention to detail and a practical, hands-on approach.
• Reliable and able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly of frames, brackets and components.
• Building sub-assemblies using tools and equipment.
• Installing pipework and mechanical components.
• Fitting heaters and insulation to pipe runs.
• Following basic engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area.

Skills

Hand tools

Mechanical parts

Instructions following

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Assembly Operatives needed – Clevedon

Location: Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21

Transport: Own transport required

Pay: Weekly or monthly Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata

Shift Options

Condensed – Contract (34.5 Hrs)

Fri–Sun: 12:30–00:30 £32.24/hr

Contract: ASAP–20th December

Holiday: Accrued and paid at the end of the contract

AM – Ongoing (37.5 Hrs)

Mon–Thu: 06:00–14:15 | Fri: 06:00–11:30

£16.48/hr | Temporary ongoing £250 gift card after 4-month probation | £500 after 12 months

Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata

PM – Ongoing (37.5 Hrs)

Mon–Wed: 14:30–00:30 | Thu: 14:30–00:00 | Fri: Non-working

£17.91/hr | Temporary ongoing £250 gift card after 4-month probation | £500 after 12 months

Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays, accrued pro rata

About the Role

We are currently recruiting Mechanical Assembly Operatives to join Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon.

The company produces specialist vacuum and exhaust management systems used within the semiconductor industry. This is a hands-on role suited to candidates with practical mechanical or engineering experience.

Duties include:

• Mechanical assembly of frames, brackets and components
• Building sub-assemblies using tools and equipment
• Installing pipework and mechanical components
• Fitting heaters and insulation to pipe runs
• Following basic engineering drawings and work instructions
• Supporting general production and assembly tasks
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area

What We’re Looking For

• Previous assembly, manufacturing or engineering experience.
• Experience using hand tools and working with mechanical parts.
• Ability to follow instructions and basic engineering drawings.
• Good attention to detail and a practical, hands-on approach.
• Reliable and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Vehicle Mechanic, CNC Operator, Fabricator, Production Operative or similar would be beneficial.