Assembly Operative

Kinetic Recruitment are working in partnership with a globally recognised manufacturer of electrical and electronic safety components for the railway industry. With over 100 years of industry experience, this company…

Pay rate £13.14/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 13 October 2026

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Kinetic Recruitment are working in partnership with a globally recognised manufacturer of electrical and electronic safety components for the railway industry. With over 100 years of industry experience, this company continues to grow and innovate.

We are currently looking for an Assembly Operative to join their established UK manufacturing site in Middleton, on a short-term 6 to 8 week basis.

Role:
* Assemble mechanical and basic electrical parts to precise specifications
* Fit and secure components onto assemblies
* Carry out bench work and basic electrical testing
* Check work during the build using drawings and visual guides
* Use hand tools safely and correctly
* Follow engineering drawings and work instructions

Requirements:
* Previous experience in a mechanical assembly role
* Able to work on your own and meet production deadlines
* Experience working in a fast-paced or high-volume environment
* Positive attitude and strong work ethic
* Confident using hand tools and looking after equipment
* Able to read and understand basic diagrams and drawings
* Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality
* Good communication skills and able to work well as part of a team

What's on Offer:
* Hourly rate of £13.14
* Working hours: Monday to Thursday 07:00 - 15:30, Friday finish at 13:00
* Free on-site parking
* Access to canteen and kitchen facilities
* Immediate start available

Kinetic plc is a Recruitment Consultancy with over 40 years of experience of delivering staffing solutions to the engineering, manufacturing and technical industries.

Kinetic plc treats all applications with a high degree of care, we review all submissions and will attempt to contact applicants who match the job profile. Those that do not meet the specification may not be contacted but their CV retained to be considered against future opportunities

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