Assembly & Manufacturing Operative

Posting date:	11 February 2026
Salary:	£13.18 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	13 March 2026
Location:	m24
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Bamford Contract Services Ltd
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	TB1202-1162

Summary

Job Role – Assembly Operative

Location – Middleton

Rate Of Pay - £13.14 ph

Hours Of Work - Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 15:30, and 13:00 finish on Fridays

Contract Type – Temp To Perm

Bamford Contract Services is partnering with a leading global supplier of electrical and electronic safety components. With over 100 years of industry experience, our client continues to grow and innovate—making it an exciting time to join their team!

We’re currently helping them find Assembly Operatives/Technicians to join their UK team based in Middleton. If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can make a tangible impact, we want to hear from you!

As an Assembly Operative, Your Role Will Involve:

• Assembling mechanical and electrical sub-assemblies

  
  

• Fitting and mounting components onto sub-assemblies

  
  

• Performing in-process inspections of sub-assemblies using drawings and visual aids

  
  

• Using handheld tools such as verniers, torque wrenches, and the new Cleco system

  
  

• Following industrial-standard drawings and working instructions

  
  We’d Love You to Have:

  • Previous experience working in a manufacturing or production environment (essential)

    
    

  • Previous experience in mechanical assembly

    
    

  • Experience with volume assembly processes

    
    

  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

    
    

  • Strong problem-solving and fault diagnosis skills

    
    

  • A positive, “can-do” attitude and excellent work ethic

    
    

  • Comfortable using hand tools and interpreting technical diagrams

    
    

  • A keen eye for detail—checking your work thoroughly as you go

    
    

  • An understanding of tool and process maintenance

    
    

  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

    
    What You’ll Get in Return:

    • Competitive pay of £13.14 per hour

      
      

    • Temp-to-perm opportunity with bonuses once permanent

      
      

    • Monday to Thursday: 07:00 - 15:30, and 13:00 finish on Fridays

      
      

    • Free on-site parking

      
      

    • Access to canteen and kitchen facilities

      
      

    • A friendly and supportive working environment

      
      

      This is an immediate start opportunity, and we’re looking for someone who’s eager to get started. If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply online or by sending your CV to jobs@bamfordcs.co.uk.

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