Sub-Assembly Operative

Pertemps Bond; Southmoor; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Bond is seeking a Sub-Assembly Operative for our Wallingford site in Oxfordshire. The role involves assembling sub-components, supporting testing and inspection, and maintaining high workmanship standards in a busy production environment.

You will use basic hand tools, read simple drawings, and follow work instructions to meet deadlines with a collaborative team. The ideal candidate has a practical, hands-on approach, good attention to detail, and reliable, self-motivated work ethic.

Qualifications

• Assemble sub-components in line with production schedules and work instructions.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality and accuracy.
• Read and follow basic drawing/work instructions where applicable.
• Assist with testing and inspection activities.
• Keep workstations and tools clean, organized and safe.

Responsibilities

• Assemble sub-components in line with production schedules, drawings and work instructions.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality and accuracy.
• Use basic hand tools and workshop equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with testing, inspection and other manufacturing activities as required.
• Keep workstations, tools and equipment clean, tidy and organised.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Work collaboratively with the wider production team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Hands-on approach

Read drawings

Attention to detail

Education

General education

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Sub-Assembly Operative
Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive
The Opportunity
We are recruiting for a Sub-Assembly Operative to join a specialist manufacturing business in Wallingford. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical, hands-on approach to support the assembly, testing and inspection of components in a busy production environment.

• Assemble sub-components in line with production schedules, drawings and work instructions.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality and accuracy.
• Use basic hand tools and workshop equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with testing, inspection and other manufacturing activities as required.
• Keep workstations, tools and equipment clean, tidy and organised.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
• Work collaboratively with the wider production team to meet deadlines.

• Good general standard of education.
• Practical understanding of hand tools and workshop equipment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and follow work instructions is advantageous.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Reliable, organised and self-motivated, with a positive can-do attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

What We’re Looking For
Someone with a strong work ethic, a hands-on approach and a willingness to learn. Previous assembly or manufacturing experience would be beneficial, but a positive attitude and attention to detail are equally important.