Assembly Operator at Cistermiser, Aylesford, Kent

At Cistermiser/Keraflo we're market leaders in intelligent water management solutions, helping organisations reduce water consumption, improve sustainability and improve operational efficiency across commercial buildings.

As part of the Genuit Group, we offer the stability of a successful UK business with a friendly, supportive culture that values teamwork, fresh ideas and personal development. We believe everyone should feel valued, supported and able to build a rewarding career.

What you'll be doing

As an Assembly Operator, you'll play a key role in building high-quality, complex products that meet customer expectations and production targets. Working as part of a supportive team, you'll contribute to a safe, efficient, and continuous improvement-focused manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will:

• Assemble complex products in line with production schedules, quality standards and work instructions.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve daily production targets and business objectives.

• Read, understand and follow technical instructions, drawings and established assembly procedures.

• Carry out quality checks throughout the assembly process, reporting any non-conformances, defects or equipment issues through the appropriate channels.

• Use a variety of hand tools, equipment and machinery safely and effectively.

• Support preventive maintenance activities as required.

• Help maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment in line with site standards.

• Share knowledge and provide support to new team members, helping them develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed.

• Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen and 6S activities, to enhance quality, safety and efficiency.

What we're looking for

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Experience assembling complex manufactured products within a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment.

• Confidence using hand tools, clamps and assembly equipment.

• A practical, hands-on approach with a strong eye for detail and commitment to quality.

• The ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage workload effectively.

• Good written English skills, with the ability to read and accurately follow work instructions.

• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a reliable approach to attendance and timekeeping.

• A willingness to learn, develop new skills and, during your initial training period, travel to another company site if required.

What we offer

• £14 - £14.35 per hour

• Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week (typically 8:30am - 5:00pm with 30 minute unpaid break, however can discuss flexibility to these hours)

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Matched pension contributions up to 8%

• Life assurance

• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay

• Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Free flu vouchers

• Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health, physiotherapy and counselling services.