Furniture Assembly Operative–Fixed Term

Alexander Cleghorn Ltd; Tiptree; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Pension Scheme

Full training and ongoing support

On-site parking

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company in Tiptree is seeking a Furniture Assembly Operative for a 4-week fixed term position. The role involves assembling furniture from CAD drawings while adhering to quality processes and health and safety guidelines. Candidates should have GCSE English and Maths, as well as experience in manufacturing and assembly. This opportunity offers training, a supportive environment, and the potential for permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing is required.
• Experience in assembly is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble furniture according to quality processes.
• Ensure all parts meet specifications before assembly.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines at all times.
• Work as part of a team.

Skills

Ability to read and work from CAD drawings

Good communication skills

Proactive and able to multitask

Excellent attention to detail

Good interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Enthusiasm

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to plan and organise own workload

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

Furniture Assembly Operative – 4 Week Fixed Term

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Pension Scheme

Fantastic opportunity for a Furniture Assembly Operative to join a growing, dynamic organisation – competitive pay, career progression and excellent working environment.

Alexander Cleghorn is based in Tiptree, Essex and was established in 1958. We offer a dedicated DIY and Shelving service, supplying a range of Melamine and Veneered panels. Furniture components are manufactured on our state‑of‑the‑art machinery, which occupies several well‑constructed factories on our sixteen‑acre site.

We are currently looking to recruit a Furniture Assembly Operative to join our Assembly team for 4 weeks (there is potential that this role may become permanent).

The Role

As a Furniture Assembly Operative, you will be responsible for using CAD drawing plans to assemble furniture according to the Company’s quality processes within the timeframe required, whilst adhering to health and safety guidelines.

What’s on offer?

• Full training and ongoing support
• Scope to progress within the business
• Monday to Friday (no weekends): 06:00 – 15:30 or 14:30 – 00:00 (45 hours per week)
• On‑site parking

Key responsibilities:

• Work and adhere to this schedule and drawings
• Ensure that all relevant drawings, products and fixings are available to complete all required works
• Ensure, prior to assembly, that all parts of the product meet the specifications of the orders and quality standards required at this stage of the process
• Work as part of a team
• Ensure that the work area is kept clean and tidy
• Work within the Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974 at all times and in all working areas
• Ad‑hoc tasks may be requested from time to time that are not listed above, but will be required.
• Additional hours may be required during busy periods
• Perform any reasonable management instruction within the time frame requested

The Candidate

To be considered for our Furniture Assembly Operative role, you will have the following skills and experience:

Qualifications

• GCSE English
• GCSE Maths

Experience

• Experience in manufacturing
• Experience in assembly

Skills / Knowledge

• Ability to read and work from CAD drawings
• Good communication skills
• Must be proactive and able to multitask within a busy working environment
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills, flexibility, self‑motivation, and enthusiasm are essential, as is the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to plan and organise own workload

If you feel you have the skills for our Furniture Assembly Operative role, please apply now!