Production Operative

First Recruitment Services Ltd.; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Friday

No weekend work

Friendly environment

Job summary

First Recruitment Services Ltd. in Haywards Heath is seeking a hands-on Production Operative to support the production team with assembly and preparation tasks. You will measure and prepare cables to customer specifications and assist with wiring and final checks.

The role emphasizes accuracy, a safe working environment, and opportunities to gain experience in electronics manufacturing. Training is provided and a Monday–Friday pattern applies.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Willingness to learn and follow quality standards.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and team focus.

Responsibilities

• Measuring and preparing cables to customer specifications.
• Preparing cable ends for connection to instruments.
• Soldering wires onto electronic components and assemblies.
• Assisting with preparation and assembly of cables and wiring.
• Applying labels and carrying out final product checks.
• Packing completed products for dispatch.
• Supporting Production Technicians and the wider production team.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Following instructions

Self-motivated

Team player

Flexible

Soldering

Job description

Production Operative

Monday to Thursday: 7:45am - 4:30pm

Friday: 7:45am - 12:30pm

Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

Are you looking for a hands-on role within a production environment? Our client is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Production Assistant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to develop their skills in electronic assembly and manufacturing.

The Role

As a Production Assistant, you will support the production team with a variety of assembly and preparation tasks, helping to ensure products are manufactured, finished, and dispatched to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Measuring and preparing cables to customer specifications.
• Preparing cable ends ready for connection to instruments.
• Soldering wires onto electronic components and assemblies.
• Assisting with the preparation and assembly of cables and wiring.
• Applying labels and carrying out final product checks.
• Packing completed products ready for dispatch.
• Supporting Production Technicians and the wider production team as required.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.

What We're Looking For

• Good attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to follow instructions and work to quality standards.
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• Flexible approach to work and willingness to support the team.
• Previous production, assembly, manufacturing, or soldering experience would be advantageous but is not essential as training can be provided.

What's on Offer

• £12.71 per hour.
• Early finish every Friday.
• Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend work.
• Opportunity to gain valuable manufacturing and electronic assembly experience.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.