Production and Assembly Operative

Tennial Personnel are recruiting Production & Assembly Operatives to join a sports equipment manufacturing business based in Clopton, Suffolk. This is a temporary-to-permanent role, with the potential for a permanent contract following a successful 12-week probation period. This is a hands-on role supporting the production of golf mats, machine assembly, basic maintenance, and general production duties. The successful candidate will be reliable, practical, and willing to work across a variety of tasks to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Shift Pattern: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM. Friday, 7:45 AM - 4 PM Key Responsibilities: Manufacture and assemble golf mats in line with production specifications Assist with machine assembly, setup, and basic maintenance tasks Operate production machinery safely and efficiently Carry out quality checks to ensure products meet required standards Follow supervisor instructions and contribute to achieving daily production targets Support general production duties, including material handling and stock movement Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment Report machinery faults, quality issues, or safety concerns promptly Undertake ad-hoc tasks as required to support production and operations Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve production goals Skills Required Practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail Ability to follow instructions and work methodically Willingness to learn machine operation, assembly, and basic maintenance Able to work independently and as part of a team Reliable, punctual, and flexible Physically capable of manual handling and standing for extended periods Qualifications Required Previous experience in production, manufacturing, assembly, or maintenance environments is desirable but not essential No formal qualifications required – full training will be provided Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to support across tasks are essential Keywords Production Assembly