Mechanical Assembly Operative

Rate 14.50 ph

Job Title: Mechanical Assembly Operative

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 (no over-tightening).
• 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 Satrudays