Assembly Operative

Job in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, DH98, England, UK

Listing for: CDM Recruitment

Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-03

Job specializations:

Manufacturing / Production
Electronics Assembler, Electronics Technician, Manufacturing Production, Assembly

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 12.5 - 13 GBP Hourly GBP 12.50 13.00 HOUR

We are currently looking for an experienced PCB Assembly Operator to support a busy electronics manufacturer on a short-term 3-week temporary assignment. Work could be extended beyond this into a permanent role.

The role:

* Assembly of printed circuit boards (PCBs)

* Manual soldering of electronic components

* Working with SMT and/or through-hole components

* Visual inspection of completed boards

* Following work instructions, drawings, and quality standards

* Maintaining a clean and safe work area (ESD awareness)

Requirements:

* Previous experience in PCB or electronics assembly

* Confident with hand soldering (Essential)

* Good attention to detail and manual dexterity

* Able to start immediately or at short notice

* Comfortable working in a production / bench-based environment

Desirable:

* SMT experience

* IPC awareness

* Electronics manufacturing background

This role would suit someone looking for short-term work, between contracts, or available immediately.

To apply , please send your CV or get in touch for more information

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