Production Operative

Job Advert; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Advert in Newmarket, Suffolk is seeking practical Production Operatives to join a busy manufacturing team focused on brazing metal components such as evaporator coils and condensers.

You will work with hand and power tools, prep metals, follow health and safety guidelines, and adapt to flexible duties to meet customer demands in a chilled, dusty environment. Overtime opportunities exist and this temporary-to-perm role offers long-term development pathways and stability.

Qualifications

• Brazing, soldering or factory work experience is a bonus but not essential.
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks and heavy lifting.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Brazing metal components with precision and care
• Preparing metals and materials for assembly
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Assisting with other workshop duties as required
• Working flexibly to meet customer demands
• Operating near moving machinery and forklift trucks in a chilled, dusty environment
• Handling repetitive tasks and heavy lifting safely
• MIG welding experience is desirable but not essential

Skills

Brazing

Soldering

Factory work

Hand tools

Tools

Power tools

Job description

A well-established manufacturer in Newmarket, Suffolk is expanding its production team and seeking practical, hands-on Production Operatives. This role focuses on working with metal components such as evaporator coils and condenser units, with particular emphasis on the brazing stage of assembly. Previous experience in brazing, soldering, or factory work is a bonus but not essential.

Production Operative Duties:

• Brazing metal components with precision and care
• Prepping metals and materials for assembly
• Using hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Assisting with other workshop duties as required
• Working flexibly to meet customer demands
• Operating near moving machinery and forklift trucks in a chilled, dusty environment
• Handling repetitive tasks and heavy lifting safely
• MIG welding experience is desirable but not essential

Pay & Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 07:30 - 16:30
• Friday: 07:30 - 12:30
• £12.75-£14.00 p/hour, depending on experience
• Overtime opportunities available
• Temporary-to-permanent position

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, growing team in a supportive environment with clear development pathways and long-term stability.