Production Operative

Production Operative – Assembly & Engineering

Key Details:

• Job Type / Contract: Temp to Perm
• Location: Braintree, Essex
• Category: Production / Manufacturing / Engineering
• Salary / Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
• Shift / Hours: Monday to Thursday, 7:30am – 4:30pm; Friday, 7:30am – 1:30pm (40 hours per week, early Friday finish)

About the Role

All Square Recruitment is excited to partner with a well-established electrical manufacturing business based in Braintree, Essex, to recruit a dedicated Production Operative on a temp-to-perm basis. This hands-on role involves assembly, base tool preparation and quality testing within a supportive, quality-focused team. As a result, it offers a genuine route to a permanent position, consistent weekday hours and an early finish every Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare base tools for production, including drilling and tapping, hand priming, stop gluing, and jig and frame preparation.
• Carry out dipping and trimming processes to a consistently high standard.
• Assemble products accurately using hand tools, following revision-controlled work instructions and technical drawings.
• Conduct quality checks and product testing in accordance with ISO requirements.
• Log production data accurately using the in-house computer system.
• Work as part of a production team to meet planning requirements and customer due dates, promptly flagging any issues that could affect delivery.
• Support and implement continuous process improvements within the manufacturing area.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) and correct PPE, while keeping the work area clean and tidy.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production or assembly environment is highly desirable.
• Confidence using hand tools; experience with drilling, tapping or mechanical assembly is advantageous.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and technical drawings.
• Numeracy and literacy to GCSE Grade C / Grade 4 level (or equivalent).
• Good data entry and general computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work flexible hours when required.
• Good communication skills and a reliable work ethic.

Benefits & Working Environment

• £12.71 per hour.
• Clear temp-to-perm pathway with a well-established Braintree manufacturer.
• Monday to Friday days only, with an early 1:30pm finish every Friday (no weekend work).
• Free on-site parking and an accessible location in Braintree, Essex.
• Varied, hands-on work within a quality-focused manufacturing environment.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Production Operative position in Braintree, Essex, and meet the criteria above, please submit your updated CV today to apply, or contact the All Square Recruitment team directly for further details

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