Assembly Operator

Cathedral Appointments Ltd; Ilminster; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Job summary

Cathedral Appointments is seeking an Assembly Operator for a temporary role in a precision optical components environment. You will work in a small, skilled team assembling and bonding optical components, following detailed procedures with hands-on training provided.

The position offers strong progression potential for the right candidate and a competitive hourly rate. The role suits someone with production experience, good numeracy, and the ability to work methodically with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C (or equivalent).
• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and instructions accurately.
• Good level of numeracy and literacy with a methodical, detail-focused approach.
• Comfortable working as part of a team or using your own initiative.
• Flexible approach to shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production equipment in line with manufacturing practices and SOPs.
• Mix adhesives and prepare metal for optic bonding, then bond optical surfaces and substrates.
• Set optical sub-assemblies to the correct orientation and inspect optics and metalwork against specification.
• Pack finished products and complete accompanying documentation, including history cards.
• Follow the MRB process for non-conforming parts and carry out AQL inspection as required.
• Clean production equipment and work areas and contribute ideas for continuous improvement.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Numeracy

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Up to £13.45 per hour | Temporary

Our client is an established manufacturer of precision optical and opto-mechanical components, supplying specialist markets including the defence and industrial sectors. As part of a period of continued production demand, they are looking to strengthen their assembly team with an Assembly Operator on a temporary basis, with strong potential to move to a permanent role for the right candidate.

The Role

This is a hands-on production role within a small, skilled team, assembling and bonding precision optical components to exacting specifications. It would suit someone with previous production or manufacturing experience who takes a methodical, detail-focused approach and is comfortable following detailed written procedures. Full training will be given, so a willingness to learn is just as important as prior experience.

Responsibilities for the Assembly Operator:

• Set up and operate production equipment in line with manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures
• Mix adhesives and prepare metal for optic bonding, then bond optical surfaces and substrates together
• Set optical sub-assemblies to the correct orientation and inspect optics and metalwork against specification
• Pack finished products and complete accompanying documentation, including history cards
• Follow the MRB process for any non-conforming parts and carry out AQL inspection where required
• Clean production equipment and work areas, and contribute ideas for continuous improvement

Requirements for the Assembly Operator include:

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade C (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment
• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and instructions accurately
• Good level of numeracy and literacy, with a methodical and detail-focused approach
• Comfortable working as part of a team or using your own initiative
• Flexible approach to shift patterns

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of up to £13.45 per hour
• Full training provided to develop your skills in precision optical assembly
• The chance to join a small, supportive production team

If you have a steady hand, an eye for detail, and are looking for a hands-on production role with genuine progression potential, we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunities:

Cathedral Appointments is committed to equal opportunities in recruitment. We welcome applications from all candidates and assess every applicant on merit, skills and experience alone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Note on Sponsorship:

We regret to inform you that at this time, we are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role. Therefore, candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Recruitment Consultant:

Dan Martin

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