Production Operative – Electro-Mechanical Assembly

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 RoleWe 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.