Manufacturing and assembly operatives

QS Recruitment Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

QS Recruitment Ltd is seeking a production operative in Leicestershire (LE9) for an immediate start on a temp-to-perm basis. You will assemble components, run quality checks, and work closely with production teams while operating machinery and power tools.

The role offers full-time hours with progression toward a permanent contract and a discretionary raise after the probation period. Hours are 14:00–22:00, Monday to Friday, with an hourly rate of £16.56 for UK applicants.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months proven production/manufacturing experience.
• Experience using power tools.
• Strong reading/writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety compliance.
• FLT experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components
• Perform quality-control checks
• Collaborate with production and manufacturing teams
• Operate machinery and power tools
• Support daily production-line activities

Skills

Production experience

Quality control

Communication skills

Health & safety awareness

FLT experience

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

Brilliant temp to perm opportunity with an immediate start in LE9! We are looking for experienced operatives who can make an immediate contribution. You will play an important role within the team, with responsibilities including:

• Assembling components
• Completing quality-control checks
• Working closely with production and manufacturing teams
• Operating machinery and power tools
• Supporting day-to-day production-line activities

Duration: Don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity to start work immediately, with full time hours working towards a permanent contract.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hourly Rate: You will be paid £16.56 per hour for this role. Following a probationary period there is an opportunity for this rate to increase, this is a discretionary performance related benefit.Holiday is accrued up to 28 days per year, pro rata.We do not offer Visa Sponsorships.

Working Hours: You will work Monday to Friday, shift time are 14:00 – 22:00.

Closing Date: 20261030

Experience & Qualifications

Requirements:

• Previous experience of working in a production or manufacturing department is required (at least 12 months worth of proven experience)
• Experience of using power tools
• Fantastic communication skills/reading/writing skills
• Be aware of all necessary health and safety compliance
• Previous experience of using an FLT would be an advantage