Assembly Operative in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Assembly Operative

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £25,000 per year and increase after probation 
Location: Milton Keynes
Working Pattern: Rotating shifts
Shift Times: 06:00–14:00, 13:00–21:00 and 21:00–06:00

About the Role

We are recruiting for a reliable and detail-oriented Assembly Operative to join a busy engineering and manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for processing machine parts, panels, tooling and customer components in preparation for coating operations. You will follow engineering drawings, route cards and work instructions to ensure all parts are processed accurately, safely and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities as an Assembly Operative

• Operate production and processing equipment to handle machine parts, panels, tooling and customer components in accordance with specified requirements.

• Read and follow route cards, engineering drawings, specifications and production instructions.

• Check parts before and after processing, identifying any damage, defects or quantity discrepancies and reporting these promptly to supervisors.

• Ensure components are clean and free from processing materials before moving to the next stage of production.

• Load and unload machinery and trolleys, handling all parts and tooling safely to prevent damage.

• Verify quantities, complete route cards, sign off operations and update production records accurately using the MRP system.

• Ensure parts and tooling are correctly identified, sorted, stored and transferred to the next stage of production.

• Work to production priorities and deadlines to help meet customer delivery commitments.

• Carry out routine equipment checks and maintenance, including documenting daily checks and reporting any faults.

• Maintain clean, organised and safe working areas, contributing to 5S and continuous improvement activities.

• Follow all applicable quality, health and safety procedures, including relevant ISO, NADCAP and ITAR requirements.

• The role involves manual handling of components weighing up to 20 kg, keeping loads close to the body and following safe manual handling procedures at all times.

Skills and Experience

• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.

• Good manual dexterity and the ability to handle a variety of components.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.

• The ability to follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate production records.

• Good timekeeping, reliability and flexibility to meet production requirements.

• The ability to identify and report damage or discrepancies accurately.

Full training may be provided for suitable candidates, depending on previous experience and operational requirements.

Working Hours and Flexibility

This position operates on a rotating shift pattern:

• Early shift: 06:00–14:00

• Late shift: 13:00–21:00

• Night shift: 21:00–06:00

Salary as an Assembly Operative

• Starting salary: £25,000 per year and increase after probation

• Contract: Temp to perm

• Shift allowance: Eligible for a 7% shift allowance based on basic salary after completing 12 weeks.

• Working pattern: Rotating early, late and night shifts.

Candidates must have reliable timekeeping and be flexible to work overtime, including weekends when required by production needs.

How to Apply

If you are practical, safety-conscious and take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for the Assembly Operative position!