Assembly Timber Operative

Do you have experience using power tools? Are you looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturing business? Assembly Timber Operative Location: Ashford Pay: £13.33 per hour Contract Type: Temporary to…

Pay rate £13.33/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 24 September 2026

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Do you have experience using power tools?
Are you looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturing business?

Assembly Timber Operative

Location: Ashford

Pay: £13.33 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent

Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 5:45pm, Friday: 8:00am – 4:15pm

Own transport is essential due to the remote location of the site.

We are currently recruiting for Assembly Timber Operative to join a well-established manufacturing business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience using hand and power tools who enjoys practical, hands-on work and is looking for a role that could lead to a permanent position.

The role:

* Using chop saws, pull saws and push saws

* Measuring and cutting materials accurately

* Using a range of hand and power tools, including drills, nail guns, screwdrivers and tape measures

* Resizing, sanding and preparing materials for reuse

* Following instructions and working to measurements

* Ensuring work is completed accurately and to a good standard

* Working as part of a busy production environment

* Handling and moving materials as required

What we are looking for:

* Previous experience using hand and power tools

* Experience working in a production, manufacturing, assembly or similar practical environment

* Good attention to detail

* Ability to follow instructions and measurements accurately

* Comfortable working in a physically demanding role

* Able to lift and move heavier items safely

* Comfortable wearing PPE, including dust masks

* Reliable and committed to regular attendance

* A practical, hands-on approach to work

What’s on offer:

* Generous company pension contribution

* Access to private health insurance after the qualifying period

* Free on-site parking

* Health and wellbeing support

* Training and development opportunities

* Long-term progression within a well-established, family-run British manufacturer

About Morgan Jones:

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Data Protection and Information Security Policy which can be found on the Morgan Jones website.

Due to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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