Assembly Fitter

Randstad · Peterlee, North East

Assembly Fitter at Randstad, based in Peterlee, North East. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Peterlee, North East
Contract
Contract
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
20 Aug 2026
Sector
Assembly

Reference PR-1531089

About the role

We're hiring an Assembly Operative!


If you're meticulous, enjoy working with accuracy, and excel in a quick-moving setting focused on top-notch quality and efficiency, this could be a great fit for you.

As an Assembly Operative on our energetic team, you'll be key to our production, making sure our products are made to the highest quality.

Job title: Assembly Operative/Assembly Fitter

Location: Peterlee, SR8 2HX

Job type: 24 months Fixed term contract until November 2027

Hours: 36.5 hours per week

Pay Rates:

£17.01 - £19.55 per hour day shift

£20.41 - £23.46 per hour afternoon shift

£22.96 - £26.39 per hour night shift

Overtime paid at time and a half (Monday - Saturday). Double time on Sunday's.


Monthly attendance bonus and monthly truck bonuses.

Frequent overtime opportunities.


Day-shift:
Monday-Thursday: 08:00-16:00
Friday: 08:00-12:30

Back-shift:
Monday-Thursday: 16:00-00:00
Friday: 12:30-17:00

Night shift
Monday-Thursday: 00:00 - 08:00
Friday: 17:00 - 21:30

Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled assembly operator to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assembling products, according to specification, ensuring quality standards are met and maintain a clean and safe work environment


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assemble components and products following work instructions.
  • Operate Air / Battery tools and torque wrenches required for the assembly tasks.
  • Conduct quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards.
  • Follow safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
  • Report issues and defects to the line leader.
  • Meet production targets daily.

Skills Required:

  • Previous experience in assembly or manufacturing.
  • Ability to read and interpret working instructions.
  • Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn and follow company procedures.


Benefits:

  • Access to the Randstad Flexible Benefits App which includes discounts at major supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops and cinemas
  • Access to employee assistance programmes including financial advice and counselling services
  • Access to the on-site Gym
  • Bank Holidays and Holidays including a summer shut down period and Christmas shut down period
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Weekly Pay
  • Free Car Parking on Site
  • Canteen

If you are motivated individual looking for an opportunity in assembly and manufacturing, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply:

Click apply and attach an updated CV and one of our team will be in contact to discuss further.

Due to the high volume of applications we will not be able to contact every applicant. If you have not heard back within 14 days of your application then unfortunately on this occasion you were not shortlisted for the position."


skills

Production engineering


qualifications

Engineering


education

BEng civil engineering

Reference: PR-1531089 · Posted 5 days ago · Closes 20 Aug 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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