Assembly Operative

Location:

East Anglia, United Kingdom

Salary:

12.71 – 13.00

Type:

Temporary

Start Date: 

As Soon As Possible

Contract Period: 

To be confirmed.

Main Industry:

Search Manufacturing Jobs

Job ID:

132995061

Company: 

Prime Appointments

Posted On: 

17 May 2026

Role: Valve Assembly Operative – IMMEDIATE START
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
12.71 – 13.00+ p/hour (DOE) + overtime at enhanced rates
Monday-Thursday 06:00-16:00
Permanent position after probation

We’re looking for a practical, hands-on Assembly Operative to join a busy manufacturing team in Bury St Edmunds. This Assembly Operative role involves building, testing, and checking precision valve components in a steady but active production environment where quality really matters. If you’re the type of person who likes working with tools and seeing a job through properly, this Assembly Operative position will suit you well.

What you’ll be doing:
Building valve assemblies using hand tools and fixtures as an Assembly Operative Working from engineering drawings and job instructions Carrying out pressure, leak, and function testing Checking components and finished products for quality Recording build and test data accurately Keeping your workstation clean, safe, and organised Working as part of a team to meet production targets
What we’re looking for:
Comfortable in a hands-on Assembly Operative role Able to follow drawings and instructions accurately Good with hand tools and measuring equipment Strong attention to detail Reliable, steady, and happy in a production environment Physically able to be active throughout the shift
What’s on offer:
Regular overtime available at enhanced rates Long-term opportunity with permanent potential after probation Supportive team environment On-site parking and good transport links
If you’re interested in this Assembly Operative role, apply today! or contact Appointments for more information.

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