Assembly Operative

Pertemps Gloucester
Bourton on the Water, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
6 days ago
£25,000 – £27,000 pa

Salary

£25,000 – £27,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Entry
Posted
12 May 2026 (6 days ago)

Benefits

25 days annual leave, increasing with service Company pension scheme with employer contributions Private medical insurance Health cash plan including dental, optical and physiotherapy support 24/7 GP access and wellbeing support services Life assurance (4x salary) Cycle to Work scheme Access to online learning and development resources Staff social events and employee perks

Assembly Operative needed in Bourton-on-the-Water. Salary: starting at £26,436.80, increased to £27,976.00 per annum after training. Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Working Pattern: 4-day working week, Monday to Thursday 07:30 - 17:30. Overtime available. Immediate start available for the right candidate following successful interview process.

About the Role:

We are currently recruiting for Assembly Operatives to join a growing and innovative manufacturing company based in Bourton-on-the-Water.

This role involves assembling high-quality medical devices within a controlled cleanroom environment, ensuring products are manufactured to the highest quality standards. You will be working to GMP standards, ISO procedures, and the company’s quality guidelines.

You will join a fun and sociable team dedicated to maintaining high production standards. Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates with production, assembly or manufacturing experience who are looking to develop their skills in a specialist environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Assembling precision components and medical devices within a cleanroom environment

Following strict manufacturing procedures, GMP standards and quality requirements

Meeting production targets while maintaining high levels of accuracy

Working efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Ensuring all work meets quality and compliance requirements

Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

Working collaboratively with colleagues to support production goalsSkills & Requirements:

Previous production or manufacturing experience preferred (training provided)

Excellent attention to detail, dexterity and patience

Ability to work at pace and meet tight deadlines

Good manual dexterity and ability to work with small components

Ability to work independently under minimal supervision

Reliable with strong timekeeping and work ethic

Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team

Positive, hardworking attitude and willingness to learnPay & Benefits:

4-day working week (Monday to Thursday, Friday off)

Overtime opportunities available

25 days annual leave, increasing with service

Company pension scheme with employer contributions

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan including dental, optical and physiotherapy support

24/7 GP access and wellbeing support services

Life assurance (4x salary)

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to online learning and development resources

Staff social events and employee perksAdditional Information:

Full PPE will be provided and must be worn at all times while working in the cleanroom

Please note: due to the on-site nature of this role, flexible or hybrid working arrangements are not applicableHow to Apply:

To apply or find out more, contact Pertemps Gloucester: Unit A4, Elmbridge Court, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, GL3 1JZ.

Call (phone number removed), Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00

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