Production Operative – Electro-Mechanical Assembly

Job description

Production Operative Opportunity

• Location : St Leonards On Sea, East Sussex
• Salary : £28,000 - £34,000 per annum (dependent on skills and relevant experience)
• Type : Full-Time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)

About the Role We are seeking a hands-on Production Operative to build precision test and measurement instruments from start to finish. You will work across electronic, optical, and mechanical assembly, carrying out in-process checks, following technical drawings, and maintaining accurate build records.
Key Requirements

• An interest or background in electronic, optical, or mechanical assembly (formal experience is beneficial, but transferable skills from hobbies, modelling, or fine craftwork are equally welcome).
• Excellent manual dexterity with a steady hand for fine, small-component work.
• Proficiency or comfort using hand tools, soldering irons, and basic test equipment.
• A methodical, well-organised approach with exceptional attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Company pension contributions
• Private health and critical illness cover (following 1 year of employment)
• Long service holiday bonus

Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Friday, 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Saint Leonards-on-Sea

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-10-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English