Job Title: Assembly Operative (Engineering)

Pay Rate: £13.08 per hour (PAYE)

Working Pattern: 4-day week, Monday to Thursday

Hours: Typically full-time (exact shift times to be confirmed)

Location: On-site manufacturing/engineering environment

Job Purpose

The Assembly Operative will be responsible for assembling mechanical and/or electro-mechanical components to engineering drawings and work instructions, ensuring products are built safely, accurately, and to required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble components and sub-assemblies using hand tools and basic power tools
• Follow engineering drawings, schematics, and written work instructions
• Carry out visual and basic functional checks to ensure product quality
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working area at all times
• Report faults, defects, or shortages to the team leader or supervisor
• Work collaboratively with other operatives, engineers, and production staff
• Adhere to health & safety, quality, and company procedures

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Previous experience in an assembly, manufacturing, or engineering environment
• Basic understanding of mechanical assembly processes
• Ability to read and follow instructions accurately
• Good manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Desirable:

• Experience working from engineering drawings
• Knowledge of basic quality inspection processes
• Background in mechanical, electrical, or electro-mechanical assembly

Personal Attributes

• Methodical and quality-focused
• Willingness to learn and follow process improvements
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Able to meet production deadlines without compromising quality

What's on Offer

• £13.08 per hour, paid weekly or monthly (PAYE)
• 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday) - long weekends every week
• Stable engineering/manufacturing role with consistent hours
• Opportunity to gain further skills within an engineering environment

If you hold the correct experience and skillset and have previous experience working with handheld power tools then simply click ' APPLY ' or call Gary at Time Recruitment to discuss this further and be considered.