Semi-Skilled Electrical Assembly Operative (Wirer)
Location: Clevedon, Somerset
Contract: Ongoing
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of a recruitment agency working in partnership with a global manufacturer of specialist equipment for the semiconductor and electronics sector.
Electrical Assembly Operatives (Wirers) are sought within a highly successful division of an international manufacturer producing specialist equipment for the semiconductor and electronics industries.
Due to a sustained increase in orders driven by advanced technology and a strong market position, the business is expanding and investing heavily in its site. This growth is creating long-term contract opportunities for skilled production operatives.
Pay & Shift Options
Early Shift
£16.35 per hour
Monday–Thursday: 06:00 – 14:15
Friday: 06:00 – 11:30
Late Shift
£17.78 per hour
Monday–Wednesday: 14:30 – 00:30
Thursday: 14:30 – 00:00
No Friday working
Day Shift
£14.22 per hour
Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 16:00 (or similar standard day hours depending on team)
Flexible Options
Fixed early, late or day shifts available
Overtime
1.75x weekday overtime
2.0x weekend overtime
Contractor Benefits
Annual pay reviews
Performance and incentive bonus schemes
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Subsidised on-site canteen
Modern facilities including showers and cycle storage
Regular company events and social activities
Role Overview
Electrical sub-assembly of specialist equipment
Wiring, routing and termination of cables
Cable assembly and looming
Working from electrical drawings and schematics
Assembly within a production cell environment
Meeting production KPIs with a focus on quality and low non-conformance
Working as part of a team with support from a cell supervisor
On-the-job training provided during initial stages
Requirements
Experience in electrical assembly, wiring or cable assembly
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
Experience within a manufacturing, production or engineering environment
The Person
Experienced production operative with wiring / cable assembly experience
Background can be from any engineering or production environment
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Focused on quality, accuracy and productivity
Enthusiastic and willing to learn
Why Apply
Long-term contract with strong stability and renewal potential
Established local employer with decades of manufacturing presence in Somerset
Part of a global engineering group with continued investment and expansion
Opportunity for progression into higher-skilled roles with training
Modern facility with excellent on-site amenities
Flexible shift options with enhanced overtime rates
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Our client and the recruiting agency are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Selection decisions are based on skills, experience and qualifications.
This is an excellent opportunity for electrical assembly operatives seeking a long-term contract within a growing, high-technology manufacturing environment
