Assembly Operative | Shepshed, Leicestershire
£14.00–£18.00 per hour | Temporary – initially 4–6 weeks
Monday to Friday | 8:00am–4:30pm | ASAP Start
The Role
We are looking for a practical, hands-on Assembly Operative to join a busy production team in Shepshed, Leicestershire.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in assembly, fabrication or workshop-based work who is confident using hand tools, power tools and workshop machinery. The role is initially for 4–6 weeks to support a busy period, although there is potential for ongoing agency work for the right person.
You will be helping to manufacture and assemble aluminium products used within the working-at-height and safety industry, including guardrails, gantry ladders, access equipment and safety system components.
Responsibilities
As an Assembly Operative, your duties will include:
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Cutting and preparing aluminium components
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Drilling holes accurately into aluminium plates and sections
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Operating pillar drills and workshop saws
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Using hand tools, drills, spanners and other power tools
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Assembling aluminium safety and access products
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Following measurements, drawings and production instructions
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Carrying out general fabrication and assembly work
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Checking finished components for quality and accuracy
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Keeping the workshop and work area clean and organised
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Working closely with the wider production team to meet deadlines
Requirements
We are looking for someone who:
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Has previous assembly, fabrication, manufacturing or workshop experience
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Is confident using hand and power tools
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Has experience using drills, pillar drills, saws or similar workshop machinery
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Is practically minded and comfortable working with measurements
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Can work accurately and safely without constant supervision
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Has a good attitude and is reliable
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Is comfortable carrying out repetitive, hands-on production work
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Can travel reliably to Shepshed for an 8:00am start
No welding experience is required for this position. Product-specific training will be provided.
Why Join?
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£17.00–£18.00 per hour
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Monday to Friday working
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Regular daytime hours
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Immediate start available
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4–6 weeks of initial work
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Potential for longer-term agency work depending on workload and performance
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Opportunity to join an established team manufacturing specialist safety products
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Assembly Operative based within travelling distance of Shepshed, Leicestershire, apply via CV-Library today for immediate consideration
