Production Assembly Technician (Mechanical)- Temp-to-Perm
Location: Buntingford Pay: £14.00 per hour + overtime at £21.00 per hour (time and a half) Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday Start: Immediate start Shifts: Rotating early/late
We're recruiting an experienced Production Assembly Technician (Mechanical) to join a busy production team in Buntingford. This is a stable temp-to-perm opportunity offering consistent weekday hours, paid overtime, a late shift premium, and training/development.
Shift pattern (rotating)
Early shift: 07:30 - 16:00
Late shift: 13:00 - 22:00 (to be introduced shortly) You will start on the early shift initially, then rotate early/late once the late shift is introduced. A shift premium of £1.50 per houris paid for hours worked after 16:00 on the late shift.
Key responsibilities
Assemble mechanical components and sub-assemblies accurately to specification
Read and interpret assembly drawings, work instructions, and bills of materials (BOMs)
Use hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring equipment
Carry out quality checks to ensure tolerance and finish requirements are met
Report non-conformances and support corrective actions
Complete assembly records/paperwork as required
Follow H&S procedures and maintain a tidy work area
Requirements
Previous experience in mechanical assembly (or similar manufacturing/assembly role)
Able to read basic engineering drawings and follow written instructions
Strong mechanical aptitude and good manual dexterity
Reliable/punctual and able to work rotating early and late shifts
Comfortable standing for long periods and doing light to moderate lifting
Good communication skills and a team-focused approach
What's on offer
Temp-to-perm opportunity with potential for a permanent role
£14.00 per hour; overtime at £21.00 per hour
£1.50 per hour shift premium after 16:00 on late shift
Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
Training and skills development
Immediate start
HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO is an equal opportunities employer.
