Assembly Operative

  • Prime Appointments
  • Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
  • Mar 08, 2026
Seasonal Manufacturing

Job Description

Role: Assembly Operative
Start Date: Immediate Start
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 06:00 - 16:00
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Pay: 12.21 - 13.00+ p/hour (DOE) + overtime at enhanced rates
Contract: Permanent, subject to a successful 3-month probation period

OVERTIME REGULARLY AVAILABLE AT ENHANCED RATES OF PAY!

We are recruiting a Valve Assembly Operative to join a busy, fast-growing manufacturing team in Bury St Edmunds. This hands-on role involves assembling, testing, and inspecting valves to the required quality, safety, and performance standards, working closely with engineering specifications and work instructions.

Duties:

  • Assemble valve components accurately using hand tools, fixtures, and technical drawings
  • Carry out pressure, functional, and leak testing as required
  • Inspect parts and finished valves to quality standards
  • Record build and test data accurately
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area
  • Identify and report defects, issues, or improvement opportunities

Skills & Requirements:

  • Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on assembly experience
  • Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and instructions
  • Experience with hand tools, measuring equipment, and assembly fixtures
  • Attention to detail and ability to work to tight tolerances
  • Knowledge of quality standards, safe working practices, and basic problem-solving
  • Reliable, adaptable, and able to work in a fast-paced, team environment
  • Physically fit for standing, moving, and manual handling tasks

The company offers on-site parking, is easily accessible via public transport, and provides a supportive environment with regular overtime available.

If this role sounds suitable, please apply today or contact Appointments for more information.