Production​/Assembly Operative

Position:
Production / Assembly Operative

Job :(phone number removed)

Location:

Oxfordshire

Rate/Salary:

DOE

• Type:
  Permanent

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Fire & Security, Power & Propulsion & Shipbuilding sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of:
Production / Assembly Operative

Typically, this person will be a hands‑on and reliable individual responsible for the build, testing and inspection of sub‑assemblies within a busy manufacturing environment. This is a very manual role, requiring the successful candidate to be on their feet for approximately 8 hours per day, regularly lifting, moving and handling materials and components.

• Assist in the manufacture and assembly of sub-assemblies as directed by the Cell Leader / Logistics Manager
• Carry out assembly duties in a timely and organised manner in line with production schedules
• Build, test and inspect sub-assemblies to the required quality standards
• Follow work instructions, procedures and production requirements accurately
• Assist in other areas of the manufacturing process when required
• Use conventional workshop power tools and hand tools safely and effectively
• Maintain a clean and tidy workstation, including tools, equipment and PPE
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard of workmanship and quality
• Strictly adhere to company Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as required by senior management

• Good standard of general education
• General understanding and appreciation of conventional workshop power and hand tools
• Ability to read basic drawings would be advantageous
• Ability to follow written work instructions and procedures
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding, hands‑on environment
• Able to remain on their feet for extended periods throughout the working day
• Comfortable with regular lifting, moving and handling of materials and components
• Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work using own initiative
• Good problem-solving skills
  
  Good communication skills
• Well organised with the ability to prioritise workload
• Strong work ethic and reliable approach
• Positive, can‑do attitude
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Permanent position
• Full‑time manufacturing / production environment
• Approximately 8 hours per day on your feet
• Manual handling and regular lifting / moving of materials required
• Training provided on company processes and procedures
• Opportunity to develop within a manufacturing environment

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role