Assembly Operator

Assembly Operator
Location: Gateshead
Rate of Pay: £13.01 - £13.89 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours:
Monday 07.30 – 16.00
Tuesday to Thursday 07.45 – 16.00 and Friday 07.45 – 15.00.
Full-time, permanent opportunity.
An established and growing manufacturing business is looking to recruit an Assembly Operator to join its production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in producing high-quality products, and wants to join a supportive and professional working environment.
The Role
As an Assembly Operator, you will be responsible for the construction and assembly of a wide range of products, ensuring all work is completed safely, accurately, and to a high standard.
Your duties will include:
* Constructing and assembling a variety of products from technical drawings.
* Using a range of hand and power tools, including table saws and wall saws.
* Reading and interpreting engineering or production drawings.
* Carrying out quality checks to ensure finished products meet specification.
* Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area.
What We're Looking For
* Previous assembly or manufacturing experience. Experience using hand tools and workshop machinery such as table saws and wall saws (desirable).
* The ability to read and interpret technical drawings (advantageous).
* Excellent manual dexterity and practical skills.
* Strong attention to detail.
* Good numeracy and literacy skills.
* Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a team. A positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
If you're looking for your next opportunity in manufacturing and enjoy working with your hands to produce high-quality products, we'd love to hear from you. Click “apply” and submit a copy of your up to date CV