Assembly Operative

HUTCHINSON ENGINEERING; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson Engineering in Hutchinson, KS is seeking an Assembly Operative to join a on-site manufacturing team. You will assemble engineered components and sub-assemblies to meet specifications, using detailed drawings and production schedules, while employing hand and power tools and maintaining quality standards.

Join a collaborative environment where you perform quality checks, report defects, and support continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or assembly environments.
• Ability to interpret basic technical drawings and work instructions.
• Proficient with basic hand tools and some power tools.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Experience in fabrication or engineering workshop.
• Qualifications in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, or related discipline.
• Awareness of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components and sub-assemblies using work instructions, drawings and schedules.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely to complete assembly operations.
• Perform quality checks to ensure requirements are met.
• Report defects and assist in corrective actions and improvements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area following Hutchinson’s standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet daily production targets.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and quality.
• Adhere to all company processes and safety procedures.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Read drawings

Hand & power tools

Attention to detail

Team player

Fabrication/engineering workshop

Mechanical qualifications

Lean manufacturing/CI

Job description

As an Assembly Operative at Hutchinson, you will play a key part in the production process, helping to assemble engineered components and sub-assemblies to meet customer specifications and quality standards. You will work within a dynamic manufacturing team and contribute to efficient and safe production in a modern engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble components and sub-assemblies accurately using detailed work instructions, technical drawings and production schedules.
• Use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently to complete assembly operations.
• Perform quality checks throughout assembly to ensure products meet internal and customer requirements.
• Report defects or issues promptly and assist in corrective actions and improvements.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and organised work area, following Hutchinson’s health & safety and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve daily production targets and deadlines.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to help enhance productivity and product quality.
• Adhere to all company processes and safety procedures at all times.

Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment (ideally in engineering or metal fabrication).
• Ability to interpret basic technical drawings and work instructions.
• Competent in using basic hand tools and some power tools.
• Good attention to detail and a focus on quality.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Experience working in a fabrication or engineering workshop.
• Any relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• Awareness of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.

Working Conditions

• Full-time role within an on-site manufacturing facility in Kilrea.
• Industrial working environment with standard shift patterns and possible overtime.
• Manual handling and physical tasks will be part of daily work.
• Competitive pay rate (based on experience).
• Opportunity to work for a growing company with modern engineering technologies.
• Training and development support to build your skills.
• Friendly, collaborative team environment with opportunities for career progression.