Bolton
£35,685.85 + Overtime Available
4-Day Working Week (Mon–Thurs)
Overview
Our long-standing client is looking to appoint an Assembly Operative to join their manufacturing operations team within a highly regulated engineering environment.
This role will focus on the re-assembly, finishing, and preparation of engineered steel products and associated hardware for final delivery, ensuring all products are completed to the required quality and project standards.
Working as part of the shop floor operations team, you will be responsible for assembling products from engineering drawings, fitting custom components, completing project documentation, and ensuring finished products are prepared for dispatch.
Key Responsibilities
Assembly & Product Finishing
* Re-assemble engineered doors and products using supplied stock components and materials
* Fit insulation materials, hardware, and custom components in line with engineering drawings
* Use hand tools and measuring equipment to complete assembly activities
* Finish products to the required quality standards for customer delivery
* Pack completed products safely for dispatch
Documentation & Quality
* Complete product and project documentation accurately
* Follow fitting instructions, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures
* Maintain quality standards throughout the assembly process
Health & Safety
* Maintain a clean and safe working environment
* Adhere to all health and safety procedures on the shop floor
* Support manual handling activities where required
* Report any hazards or safety concerns to supervisors
Essential Requirements
* Experience using small hand tools and measuring equipment
* Ability to read and follow general assembly drawings and fitting instructions
* Strong awareness of health and safety procedures
* Good time management and organisational skills
* Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Good to have (not a deal breaker):
* Experience within steel manufacturing or similar engineering/manufacturing environments
* Knowledge of door hardware and locking systems
* FLT licence / forklift experience
* Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies
Package
* £35,685.85 annual salary (£18.48 per hour)
* 4-day working week (Monday – Thursday), Friday OFF!
* 37-hour working week
* Overtime available during busy periods
* Long-term opportunity within an established engineering manufacturer
If this role sounds of interest, feel free to contact Martin at Project Start or simply apply to prompt a call back
Salary description
£16.00 - £18.00 per year