Assembly Team Member

Gi Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for Production / Assembly team members for a prominent automotive manufacturer in Barnsley, UK. This role offers varied tasks in a dynamic environment with pay rates starting at £13.64 per hour, advancing for overtime. Candidates should possess team spirit and the ability to follow meticulous work instructions. Opportunities for permanent contracts may arise based on performance.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, experience in automotive or manufacturing preferred.
• Experience working in a team and meeting deadlines is desirable.
• Ability to follow established processes.

Responsibilities

• Work in a small multifunctional team to improve production processes.
• Carry out a variety of roles including moulding, ironing, and assembly.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization at workstations.

Skills

Understanding detailed work instructions

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Team player

Good verbal and written communication skills

Job description

Gi Group are recruiting for Production / Assembly team members to join McLaren Composites Technology Centre.

We are looking for dedicated, talented individuals seeking a career and for the right people there are permanent opportunities in the pipeline after a temporary trial period.

As a McLaren Production Team Member, you will be working in a small multifunctional team where you are empowered to improve the way they do things; particularly around quality, cost control, productivity and safety.

The main role profile will be working in manufacturing within a variety of different roles including moulding, ironing, and general assembly.

Working Monday to Friday, 6am to 2pm shift. Pay rates: £13.64 per hour up to 40 hours per week, £20.47 per hour after 40 hours and Saturdays, £27.29 per hour for Sunday overtime.

Initial contract will be from January 2026 - August 2026 but potential for full time contracts being offered for successful candidates.

Who are we looking for?

• You will naturally have an understanding and ability to follow detailed work instructions to enable the construction, painting or assembling of vehicles or other mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure to ensure all operations are completed within the given timeframe and to the required standards.
• Being a Team Player is a must! You will work together to define and solve problems that may affect the quality, cost or productivity of the production process. You will also act as brand ambassadors by ensuring your stations are kept clean and tidy in line with the expectations of the business.

Requirements

• No formal qualifications are necessary; however experience within the automotive or manufacturing industry would be a distinct advantage.
• Prior experience of working as part of a team is desirable as well as experience of working to timescales and deadlines.
• Ability to follow processes set in place.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player.

For more information please apply online with an up to date CV.

Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.