Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Operative
Rate £14.50 ph
Mechanical Assembly Operative for a manufacturing environment producing engineered metal products including lecterns, cabinets and workstation assemblies.
Role Overview
Hands-on engineering assembly role working with metal components.
You will build full products from start to finish, ensuring assemblies are accurate, properly fitted and meet strict quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Assemble complete products from metal components.
* Work to build procedures using instructions on a PC.
* Use hand and powered assembly tools, including torque-controlled drivers.
* Ensure all fixings are correctly fitted and tightened to specification.
* Carry out in-process and final quality checks.
* Work methodically to ensure correct assembly sequence and build accuracy.
* Initially work alongside another operative as part of training.
Requirements:
* Experience in mechanical assembly, fabrication, or engineering manufacturing.
* Ability to follow structured build procedures.
* Strong practical skills using hand and power tools.
* Good attention to detail and quality-focused approach.
* Ability to work in a planned, methodical way.
This is an engineering-focused, production assembly role requiring accuracy, consistency and a strong understanding of mechanical build quality.
Hours:
* 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday 8am to 12.30pm Friday
* Overtime available 6am to 8am and Saturdays
This is a temporary position that starts immediately