Manufacturing ​/ Production Operator, Assembly

Location: Loudwater

Job Title

Operative (Electro-Mechanical Assembly)

Contract Type

Fixed-term contract until 31 December 2026

Working Pattern

Preferred working hours: 06:00 – 15:00 (Monday to Thursday)
Working Friday (alternate weeks): 06:00 – 12:00
Every other Friday off
Flexible start times available, subject to business needs

Job Description Summary

The Production Operative will work on the shop floor building high-quality electro-mechanical assemblies and operating automated test equipment in line with defined quality standards. The role supports production output and customer delivery deadlines within a structured manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Build electrical and mechanical assemblies in accordance with IPC-A-610 standards
- Carry out soldering activities to the required quality standards
- Assemble wiring looms and components, including wiring to engineering drawings
- - Operate automated test equipment on sub-assemblies and completed assemblies
- Perform self-inspection to ensure products meet quality requirements
- Record and report any defects, discrepancies, or non-conformances
- Pack finished products in line with company and customer requirements
- Adhere to all work instructions, quality standards, and production timescales
- Achieve agreed output and quality targets
- Maintain strong ESD and FOD awareness at all times
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised shop-floor working environment
- Work collaboratively with team members to meet deadlines, demonstrating flexibility where required
- Report issues, concerns, or deviations promptly to the Team Leader or Line Manager
- Train colleagues when requested, in line with agreed company standards and processes
-Maintain positive and professional working relationships across the production team

Skills & Experience

- Experience in electrical and mechanical assembly
- Soldering experience
- ESD awareness
- Ability to follow work instructions and engineering documentation
- Experience operating or working with automated test equipment
- Background in a similar manufacturing or production role (2–3 years’ experience)
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Desirable

- Wiring experience
- Ability to wire assemblies to engineering drawings and schematics
- Previous experience in a regulated or high-quality manufacturing environment

Key Skills

- Manual dexterity and precision assembly
- Quality-focused mindset with strong self-inspection skills
- Time management and ability to meet production targets
- Teamwork and clear communication
- Flexibility to support business and production demands

Applicants who are successful through the initial screening process will be required to attend an on-site Trade Test and Interview. If you're interested, please apply directly or contact