General Assembly Operative

  • Leicester
  • Temporary
  • Tue May 12 10:29:22 2026
  • 122156

Job Title: General Assembly Operative
Location:
South Leicestershire
Shift: Day Shift – 8:00am to 4:30pm
Pay: £13.00 per hour

Benefits

  • Full training provided
  • Immediate Start
  • Free onsite parking

About the Company

A well-established manufacturer specialising in high-end hotel, office and commercial furniture. The company manages projects from design and manufacture through to installation, supplying bespoke furniture and joinery solutions to commercial clients nationwide.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for a General Assembly Operative to join a busy manufacturing workshop on a temporary basis to assist with the production of high-quality joinery products. This is a hands-on role suited to someone practical, reliable and confident operating workshop machinery.

You will assist with a variety of manufacturing and assembly duties including edge banding, bonding boards together and operating saws as part of the production process. Full training will be provided, however candidates must have previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing, woodworking or production environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting with the manufacture and assembly of joinery products
  • Operating workshop machinery including saws and edge banders
  • Bonding boards and materials together to specification
  • Following production drawings, work instructions and manufacturing processes
  • Carrying out quality checks on finished products
  • Handling materials safely within the workshop
  • Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised work area
  • Supporting other areas of production when required
  • Following all health & safety procedures at all times

About You

  • Previous experience operating machinery within a manufacturing or workshop environment
  • Comfortable using saws, edge banders or similar production equipment
  • Practical and hands-on approach to work
  • Good attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
  • Reliable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Willingness to learn new processes and undertake training
  • Previous joinery, woodworking or furniture manufacturing experience advantageous but not essential
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required

Apply

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