Assembly Operative

Assembly Operative - Build, Bond, Create! ⏰ Shifts: Monday-Friday 6am-2pm 📍 Location: Ilkeston, Derby Hourly Rate: £12.75 per hour- 37.5 hours per week paid (you will get a 30 minute unpaid break per day, and a 15…

Pay rate £12.75/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 4 September 2026

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Assembly Operative - Build, Bond, Create!

⏰ Shifts: Monday-Friday 6am-2pm

📍 Location: Ilkeston, Derby

Hourly Rate: £12.75 per hour- 37.5 hours per week paid (you will get a 30 minute unpaid break per day, and a 15 minute morning break paid per day)

Looking for a hands-on role where you can learn new skills and become part of a growing manufacturing team? We're currently recruiting Assembly Operatives to join a busy production environment based in Ilkeston, Derby.

No previous experience? No problem! Full training will be provided for the right candidates. If you're practical, have a good eye for detail, enjoy working with your hands, or have hobbies such as building Lego, model making, crafting, or DIY, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

💡 Why Apply?

* Immediate starts available 🚀

* Full training provided - no experience necessary 📚

* Monday-Friday days only - enjoy your evenings and weekends off 🌞

* Friendly and supportive working environment 🤝

* Weekly pay 💷

* Free onsite parking 🚗

* Ongoing temporary contract 📈

* Potential permanent opportunity for the right candidate ⭐

* Company pension scheme 🧾

📋 What You'll Be Doing:

* Working on a production line assembling high-quality products 🔧

* Applying adhesive glue as part of the assembly process

* Building and finishing products to a high standard ✅

* Following work instructions and production procedures carefully

* Conducting quality checks on finished products 👀

* Working as part of a team to meet production targets

* Maintaining a clean and safe working environment

🎯 What We're Looking For:

* A positive attitude and willingness to learn

* Good attention to detail 👀

* Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

* Someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work 🔧

* Reliability and a strong work ethic 💪

* Previous production or assembly experience is beneficial but not essential

🤝 Working With Blue Arrow:

At Blue Arrow, we don't just place people - we help candidates find opportunities that work for them. We pride ourselves on excellent communication, ongoing support, and helping people take the next step in their career 💬

🚀 Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like your kind of role, click APPLY today and we'll be in touch to discuss the next steps! 👇

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people

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