Assembly Operative
4 days ago
Bury St
Role: Assembly Operative Start Date: Immediate Start Hours: Monday to Thursday, 06:00 - 16:00 Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Pay: £12.21 - £13.00+ p/hour (DOE) + overtime at enhanced rates Contract: Permanent, subject to a successful 3-month probation period OVERTIME REGULARLY AVAILABLE AT ENHANCED RATES OF PAY! We are recruiting a Valve Assembly Operative to join a busy, fast-growing manufacturing team in Bury St Edmunds. This hands-on role involves assembling, testing, and inspecting valves to the required quality, safety, and performance standards, working closely with engineering specifications and work instructions. Duties: Assemble valve components accurately using hand tools, fixtures, and technical drawings Carry out pressure, functional, and leak testing as required Inspect parts and finished valves to quality standards Record build and test data accurately Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area Identify and report defects, issues, or improvement opportunitiesSkills & Requirements: Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on assembly experience Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and instructions Experience with hand tools, measuring equipment, and assembly fixtures Attention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerances Knowledge of quality standards, safe working practices, and basic problem-solving Reliable, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced, team environment Physically fit for standing, moving, and manual handling tasksThe company offers on-site parking, is easily accessible via public transport, and provides a supportive environment with regular overtime available. If this role sounds suitable, please apply today or contact Brendan @ Prime Appointments for more information. #SUFFOLKTEMP