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Assembly Operators

Skilled Assembly Operators with experience within the automotive / aerospace / manufacturing sectors

Ideally, candidates will have previous experience within a mechanical assembly and be able to follow written and verbal instructions clearly. Knowledge of health and safety in the workplace is essential.

Candidates must be able to work 2 cycle shifts to start and then 3 cycle rotational shift patterns as required.

You will be working 37hrs per week. There will be a requirement to work additional hours when required.

Your duties will include:

Assembling of safety-critical products ensuring 100% accuracy

Assembly of medium to heavy components candidates will need to be dexterous

Must be able to properly use and understand the required measurement equipment

Experienced in the use of hand, power and air tools

Participate in the principles of teamwork

Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment

Must operate and perform at speeds necessary to meet production demand

Must be able to bend, reach, and stand for 8 hours.

Hand and eye coordination

Read drawings

Must be able to work overtime when required

Operating drill presses, punch presses, or riveting machines to assist in assembly operation

Fastening parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or other fasteners

Some of the benefits you will receive

33 days Holidays-inclusive of bank Holiday

Free car parking

Free tea and coffee

Pension

Shorter shift Friday

Temp to Perm conversions for the right candidates.

By applying you're giving consent for Recruitment Solutions Workforce Ltd, to contact you regarding this job and other vacancies we're recruiting for.

Recruitment Solutions Workforce Limited offers the services of an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Contract length: 3 months

Pay: £14.02-£14.28 per hour

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Free parking

  • On-site parking

    Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

  • Monday to Friday

    Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)
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