Production Assembly Operative

Manpower UK; West Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Free flu vaccination

Regular company socials/events

Free fruit on site

Free parking

Job summary

Manpower UK in Witney is seeking a Production Assembly Operative to join a growing team producing lighting products for aerospace and commercial sectors. The role emphasizes precise, hands-on work with electrical testing to ensure each item meets specification.

The successful candidate will work in a quality-focused environment aligned with AS9100 standards, collaborating with colleagues to keep production flowing smoothly. A detailed, methodical approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Fine assembly experience (electrical assembly preferred).
• Excellent attention to detail and a quality-first mindset.
• Comfort with computer-based tasks.
• A steady, careful approach to electrical testing.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively.
• Motivation to learn, improve and contribute in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assemble a range of lighting products to a very high standard, following detailed instructions.
• Work in line with Aerospace quality expectations (AS9100 requirements).
• Support the production process using clear, step-by-step methods.
• Carry out electrical testing to help ensure products meet the required standard.
• Maintain focus on precision, consistency, and quality throughout each shift.
• Work effectively with the team to keep production running smoothly.
• Use computer systems as part of your day-to-day work.

Skills

Fine assembly experience

Electrical testing

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Good communication

Team collaboration

Job description

This permanent Production Assembly Operative role in Witney sits with Manpower UK, supporting a growing assembly team producing lighting products for aerospace and commercial sectors. The position pays up to £29,500 annually and suits someone who takes pride in precise, hands-on work. Duties include assembling a variety of products to exacting standards, following detailed instructions and step-by-step methods, and carrying out electrical testing to confirm each item meets specification. Work aligns with AS9100 aerospace quality requirements, so consistency and accuracy matter throughout every shift. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with colleagues to keep production flowing smoothly. Practical assembly experience, electrical testing ability, and a methodical approach are key skills for this role. My client in Witney, Oxfordshire is expanding, and their looking for an enthusiastic Production Assembly Operative to join their growing assembly team. If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in getting things right, and want to build high-quality products for Aerospace and Commercial industries, we''d love to hear from you.

What you''ll be doing:

• Assemble a range of lighting products to a very high standard, following detailed instructions
• Work in line with Aerospace quality expectations (AS9100 requirements)
• Support the production process using clear, step-by-step methods
• Carry out electrical testing to help ensure products meet the required standard
• Maintain focus on precision, consistency, and quality throughout each shift
• Work effectively with the team to keep production running smoothly
• Use computer systems as part of your day-to-day work

What you''ll bring:

• Previous fine assembly experience (electrical assembly experience is preferable)
• Excellent attention to detail and a quality-first mindset
• Comfort with computer-based tasks
• A steady, careful approach to electrical testing
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively
• Motivation to learn, improve, and contribute in a supportive environment

Additional information:

• Full-time, permanent role with a competitive salary of £29,500 per year
• Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm, with a 4:00pm finish on Friday
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) plus a day off for your birthday
• Company pension scheme, free annual flu vaccination, and regular company socials/events
• Welcoming onsite culture with free fruit and plenty of parking