Job Description

Role: Assembly Technician
Location: Haverhill, Suffolk
Pay: 12.71 p/hour + Shift Allowance ( 14.24+ p/hour)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Temporary Ongoing (with potential for permanent opportunities)

We are currently recruiting for Assembly Technicians to join a busy manufacturing business in Haverhill due to continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with assembly or production experience looking to join a clean, modern working environment with full training provided.

This role involves assembling small, high-quality components within a clean room environment. Previous fibre optic assembly experience would be advantageous, but candidates with precision assembly, electronics, or production line experience are encouraged to apply.

Pay & Hours:

• 12.71 p/hour
• Shift allowance available, increasing pay to 14.24+ p/hour
• Rotating shifts:
• 06:00 - 14:00
• 14:00 - 22:00
• Part-time late shifts also available, e.g. 16:00 - 22:00
• Saturday overtime available, 06:00 - 14:00
• Temporary ongoing position with potential for permanent opportunities

Assembly Technician Duties:

• Assembling fibre optic cables and small precision components
• Working from technical drawings, assembly instructions and work orders
• Using hand tools and small assembly equipment
• Carrying out detailed assembly work with a high level of accuracy
• Inspecting completed assemblies to ensure quality standards are met
• Working within a clean room environment
• Following COSHH, health & safety and quality procedures at all times
• Supporting the production team to meet customer deadlines

What We're Looking For:

• Previous small component assembly or production experience
• Fibre optic assembly experience would be advantageous but not essential
• Experience working on production lines or precision assembly work
• Good attention to detail and manual dexterity
• Comfortable using hand tools
• Reliable with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Open to both experienced and junior candidates with the right attitude

Benefits:

• Full training provided
• Clean, modern working environment
• COSHH and Manual Handling training provided
• Overtime opportunities available
• Long-term opportunity with genuine progression potential

If you're interested in this Assembly Technician role and would like more information, please contact Appointments or visit our website.