Workshop Assembly Operative - Norwich -Permanent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Assembly Operative to join our client, an established manufacturing team based in Norwich. The ideal candidate will have an engineering bias, good manual dexterity and experience using hand tools.
In this practical, hands-on role you will be involved in the construction, production and assembly of a range of products, working with a variety of hand and power tools. You will work within clearly defined methods and practices, while also playing a part in shaping assembly approaches and fabrication processes through ongoing collaboration with both customers and colleagues.
Salary: Starting at £13.53 – £13.84 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: Basic hours 8:30am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.
Overtime at an enhanced rate available.
Hours may vary due to business demands and peak periods, so a flexible approach to working hours with the availability to work increased hours is required.
Key Responsibilities
Take an active role in the construction, production and assembly of a range of products, operating a variety of hand and power tools safely and in accordance with established procedures
Prepare and assemble sub-assemblies within agreed lead times, ensuring the wider team can progress more complex builds to schedule
Interpret and work from technical drawings
Work with the Workshop Manager to plan and implement work schedules, helping keep production on track and order completion in a timely manner
Esnure production quality is maintained, pro actively identifying and reporting any issues or concerns to the Workshop Manager
Train across a broad range of workshop tasks, taking on more responsibility as your abilities grow
Adhere to all Health and Safety procedures without exception
Wear or use required personal protective equipment within the workshop and when operating hand-held tools such as routers and grinders etc
Skills & Requirements
Flexible approach to working hours including working extended hours during peak periods
Previous experience working with hand tools
Background or knowledge of engineering principles
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Practically minded and bring a strong work ethic to the role
Benefits
Free parking
Employee benefit scheme which offers (to employee and immediate family members):
A Well-being Bundle that includes a 24/7 GP, mental health support, discounts on gym membership, financial advice, online exercise sessions, guides to eating healthily including recipes, plus a lot more.
Discounts and savings ranging from supermarket shopping, retailers (clothing, garden, pets, gaming, etc), eating out and takeaways, and Amazon, through to cinemas, days out, holidays, and more
Profit Share Bonus Scheme payable at the end of the financial year.
Opportunity for employees who work well to develop their way up skill levels and receive pay increases accordingly.
If you are interested in this permanent opportunity, please contact Lewis or apply now
