Mechanical Assembly Operative

Mechanical Assembly Operative £33,700 per annum (including 22.6% shift uplift) Location: Near Oxford (20-minute drive) Hours: Monday to Friday during training/probation, moving to a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern (7am to 4:30pm) upon successful completion of probation Start Date: ASAP Duration: Permanent Syntech Recruitment are supporting a highly respected engineering and manufacturing business near Oxford that produces safety-critical products used within the aerospace and defence sectors. We're looking for a Mechanical Assembly Operative to join their growing production team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with assembly, manufacturing, production or engineering experience who enjoys working with precision components in a structured, quality-focused environment. What's in it for you? * £33,700 salary once moved onto shifts (includes 22.6% shift uplift) * Monday to Friday training period before moving onto a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern * Excellent long-term career prospects * Opportunity to work on highly engineered aerospace products * Competitive benefits package * Stable permanent position with a well-established employer Mechanical Assembly Operative Responsibilities * Assemble mechanical components and assemblies to detailed engineering specifications * Follow work instructions, manufacturing procedures and engineering drawings * Use hand tools and production equipment safely and effectively * Carry out assembly work to strict quality standards and tolerances * Identify and verify part numbers, batch information and drawing revisions * Complete in-process inspections and quality checks * Record work accurately using SAP and other production systems * Handle components and materials carefully to prevent damage * Support continuous improvement and 5S activities * Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment What We're Looking For * Previous experience within manufacturing, assembly or production environments * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings * Experience using hand tools and assembly equipment * Good attention to detail and quality standards * Reliable and safety-conscious approach to work Candidates from assembly, aerospace, automotive, defence, electronics, mechanical fitting, engineering and manufacturing backgrounds are all encouraged to apply. Application Process If you're interested in this Mechanical Assembly Operative opportunity, please apply now and one of the team will be in touch. Due to the nature of the products manufactured, successful applicantsmust complete a BPSS check before starting employment. We can only accept candidates who have not had more then 3 roles in Privacy Notice: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to Syntech Recruitment Ltd processing your personal data for recruitment purposes in accordance with UK GDPR legislation