Assembly Operative

Location: Chalgrove (OX44)
Salary: £13.70 – £13.91 per hour (£26,700 per annum)
Hours: Monday–Thursday 08:00–17:00 | Friday 08:00–12:00
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Transport: Own transport required

An established aerospace engineering organisation is seeking a skilled Assembly Operative to join its specialist manufacturing team based in Chalgrove. This is a hands-on role within a highly regulated production environment, working with safety-critical and explosive components. Precision, discipline, and strict adherence to safety procedures are essential. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with manufacturing, production, or mechanical assembly experience who are looking for long-term stability and career progression within the aerospace sector.

The Role

As an Assembly Operative, you will be responsible for assembling safety-critical components to exacting engineering standards, ensuring full compliance with strict quality and safety procedures.

Key responsibilities include:

• Safely handling explosive components in line with strict operational procedures
• Assembling parts to precise tolerances using specialised tools and equipment
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and production documentation
• Carrying out self-inspections and quality checks to ensure all standards are met
• Recording and updating production documentation using SAP systems
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a focused and detail-oriented individual who can work confidently within a controlled manufacturing environment.

Key requirements:

• Previous experience in production, assembly, or manufacturing environments
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and follow detailed work instructions
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety procedures
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work
• Comfortable working both independently and within structured compliance environments
• Good communication skills and a stable work history (5 years preferred)

Experience within aerospace, defence, or other regulated industries would be highly advantageous.
Experience handling hazardous or safety-critical materials is also desirable.

What’s on Offer

• £26,700 annual salary
• 9% employer-paid private pension
• 37-hour working week
• Early finish every Friday
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised staff canteen
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist aerospace manufacturing environment

As an Assembly Operative, you will play a critical role in ensuring safety, precision, and quality within a highly specialised aerospace manufacturing process.

Interested? Apply online today or contact Crystal on 07704 346722 for more information.

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