Production / Assembly Operative

HSB Technical Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

HSB Technical Ltd is recruiting for a Production / Assembly Operative in Oxfordshire. The role involves hands-on build, test and inspection of sub-assemblies in a busy manufacturing environment, with approx. 8 hours on your feet daily.

You will follow work instructions, handle materials safely, and maintain a clean workstation while complying with health and safety policies. Training is provided, with opportunities to develop within manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education.
• General understanding and appreciation of conventional workshop power and hand tools.
• Ability to read basic drawings would be advantageous.
• Ability to follow written work instructions and procedures.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding, hands‑on environment.
• Able to remain on their feet for extended periods throughout the working day.
• Comfortable with regular lifting, moving and handling of materials and components.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work using own initiative.
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload
• Strong work ethic and reliable approach
• Positive, can‑do attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Assist in the manufacture and assembly of sub-assemblies as directed by the Cell Leader / Logistics Manager
• Carry out assembly duties in a timely and organised manner in line with production schedules
• Build, test and inspect sub-assemblies to the required quality standards
• Follow work instructions, procedures and production requirements accurately
• Assist in other areas of the manufacturing process when required
• Use conventional workshop power tools and hand tools safely and effectively
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation, including tools, equipment and PPE
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard of workmanship and quality
• Strictly adhere to company Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by senior management

Skills

Good communication

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Well organised

Can-do attitude

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Education

General education

Tools

Workshop tools

Job description

Position: Production / Assembly Operative

Job ID:(phone number removed)

Location: Oxfordshire

Rate/Salary:DOE

Benefits

• Type: Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Fire & Security, Power & Propulsion & Shipbuilding sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Production / Assembly Operative

Typically, this person will be a hands‑on and reliable individual responsible for the build, testing and inspection of sub‑assemblies within a busy manufacturing environment. This is a very manual role, requiring the successful candidate to be on their feet for approximately 8 hours per day, regularly lifting, moving and handling materials and components.

Duties and responsibilities of the Production / Assembly Operative will be:

• Assist in the manufacture and assembly of sub-assemblies as directed by the Cell Leader / Logistics Manager
• Carry out assembly duties in a timely and organised manner in line with production schedules
• Build, test and inspect sub-assemblies to the required quality standards
• Follow work instructions, procedures and production requirements accurately
• Assist in other areas of the manufacturing process when required
• Use conventional workshop power tools and hand tools safely and effectively
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation, including tools, equipment and PPE
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard of workmanship and quality
• Strictly adhere to company Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by senior management

Qualifications and requirements for the Production / Assembly Operative:

• Good standard of general education
• General understanding and appreciation of conventional workshop power and hand tools
• Ability to read basic drawings would be advantageous
• Ability to follow written work instructions and procedures
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding, hands‑on environment
• Able to remain on their feet for extended periods throughout the working day
• Comfortable with regular lifting, moving and handling of materials and components
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work using own initiative
• Good problem-solving skillsGood communication skills
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload
• Strong work ethic and reliable approach
• Positive, can‑do attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Working Hours & Package:

• Permanent position
• Full‑time manufacturing / production environment
• Approximately 8 hours per day on your feet
• Manual handling and regular lifting / moving of materials required
• Training provided on company processes and procedures
• Opportunity to develop within a manufacturing environment

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role