Assembly Operator

ASSA ABLOY; Oldham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Vanguard Limited is seeking an Assembly Operator to join our Oldham production team. The role involves fabricating and assembling specialist roller shutter door systems for commercial vehicles, reading drawings and production instructions.

The position requires practical skills with hand and power tools, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or with colleagues to hit targets. Forklift experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, assembly, factory, or production environment.
• Practical skills using hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Forklift licence is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble specialist roller shutter door systems and components.
• Use hand tools, power tools and manufacturing equipment safely and effectively.
• Read and work from technical drawings and production instructions.
• Measure, cut, prepare, and fit components to specification.
• Carry out quality checks throughout the manufacturing process.
• Support packing and preparation of finished products for dispatch.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets.

Skills

Factory/assembly experience

Hand and power tool proficiency

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Forklift license (advantageous)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Manufacturing equipment

Job description

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Dover Vanguard Limited is a leading manufacturer of specialist roller shutter door systems for the vehicle body building industry. We are looking for a motivated and reliable Assembly Operator to join our production team based from our factory in Oldham, Manchester.

This is a hands-on role where you'll be involved in the fabrication and assembly of high-quality roller shutter doors used across a wide range of commercial vehicles. If you enjoy practical work, take pride in quality craftsmanship, and want to be part of a successful manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Assembly Operator, you'll play an important role in the manufacture of our products by:

• Assembling specialist roller shutter door systems and components.
• Using hand tools, power tools, and manufacturing equipment safely and effectively.
• Reading and working from technical drawings and production instructions.
• Measuring, cutting, preparing, and fitting components to specification.
• Carrying out quality checks throughout the manufacturing process.
• Supporting the packing and preparation of finished products for dispatch.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production targets.
• Following all company health, safety, and quality procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, assembly, factory, or production environment.
• Good practical skills and confidence using hand and power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking attitude.
• Forklift Truck Licence is advantageous but not required
• Mechanical or fabrication experience.

Why Join Dover Vanguard?

At Dover Vanguard, quality, innovation, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be joining a business with a strong reputation for manufacturing specialist products that help keep commercial vehicles operating across the UK and beyond.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can build practical skills and contribute to the production of industry-leading products, we would love to hear from you.

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