Production Operative

All Square Recruitment LTD; Braintree; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Temp-to-perm pathway

Early finish Fridays

Job summary

All Square Recruitment LTD is recruiting a Production Operative for an established electrical manufacturing business in Braintree, Essex. The role is temp-to-perm with Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:30pm and Friday 7:30am-1:30pm, totaling 40 hours per week with an early finish on Fridays.

You will assemble, prepare base tools, and conduct quality checks, following drawings and ISO procedures. The position offers weekday hours, good on-site parking, and a clear route to permanent employment, with a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing/production/assembly is desirable.
• Confidence using hand tools; drilling, tapping or mechanical assembly is advantageous.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and technical drawings.
• Numeracy and literacy to GCSE Grade C / Grade 4 level (or equivalent).
• Good data entry and general computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required.
• Good communication skills and a reliable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare base tools for production, including drilling and tapping, hand priming, stop gluing, and jig and frame preparation.
• Carry out dipping and trimming processes to a consistently high standard.
• Assemble products accurately using hand tools, following revision-controlled work instructions and technical drawings.
• Conduct quality checks and product testing in accordance with ISO requirements.
• Log production data accurately using the in-house computer system.
• Work as part of a production team to meet planning requirements and customer due dates, promptly flagging any issues that could affect delivery.
• Support and implement continuous process improvements within the manufacturing area.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and correct PPE, while keeping the work area clean and tidy.

Skills

Hand tools

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Data entry

Communication

Education

GCSE Grade C/4 (or equivalent)

Tools

Drilling

Tapping

Job description

Production Operative - Assembly & Engineering

Key Details:

• Job Type / Contract: Temp to Perm
• Location: Braintree, Essex
• Category: Production / Manufacturing / Engineering
• Salary / Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
• Shift / Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am - 4:30pm; Friday, 7:30am - 1:30pm (40 hours per week, early Friday finish)

About the Role

All Square Recruitment is excited to partner with a well-established electrical manufacturing business based in Braintree, Essex, to recruit a dedicated Production Operative on a temp-to-perm basis. This hands-on role involves assembly, base tool preparation and quality testing within a supportive, quality-focused team. As a result, it offers a genuine route to a permanent position, consistent weekday hours and an early finish every Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare base tools for production, including drilling and tapping, hand priming, stop gluing, and jig and frame preparation.
• Carry out dipping and trimming processes to a consistently high standard.
• Assemble products accurately using hand tools, following revision-controlled work instructions and technical drawings.
• Conduct quality checks and product testing in accordance with ISO requirements.
• Log production data accurately using the in-house computer system.
• Work as part of a production team to meet planning requirements and customer due dates, promptly flagging any issues that could affect delivery.
• Support and implement continuous process improvements within the manufacturing area.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and correct PPE, while keeping the work area clean and tidy.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or assembly environment is highly desirable.
• Confidence using hand tools; experience with drilling, tapping or mechanical assembly is advantageous.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and technical drawings.
• Numeracy and literacy to GCSE Grade C / Grade 4 level (or equivalent).
• Good data entry and general computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required.
• Good communication skills and a reliable work ethic.

Benefits & Working Environment

• £12.71 per hour.
• Clear temp-to-perm pathway with a well-established Braintree manufacturer.
• Monday to Friday days only, with an early 1:30pm finish every Friday (no weekend work).
• Free on-site parking and an accessible location in Braintree, Essex.
• Varied, hands-on work within a quality-focused manufacturing environment.