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Assembly Operative
Suffolk
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Salary
- 12.21 - 13.00 GBP Hourly + + Fridays Off
- Recruiter
- Prime Appointments
- Closes
- 05 Apr 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Freelance
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
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 drawingsCarry out pressure, functional, and leak testing as requiredInspect parts and finished valves to quality standardsRecord build and test data accuratelyMaintain a clean, safe, and organised work areaIdentify and report defects, issues, or improvement opportunitiesSkills & Requirements:
Strong mechanical aptitude with hands–on assembly experienceAbility to read and work from engineering drawings and instructionsExperience with hand tools, measuring equipment, and assembly fixturesAttention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerancesKnowledge of quality standards, safe working practices, and basic problem–solvingReliable, adaptable, and able to work in a fast–paced, team environmentPhysically 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 Appointments for more information.
Ad ID: 5417982460
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