Assembly Technician in Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
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Assembly Technician (Dewsbury Area)
An opportunity to be part of a ground breaking project and work in a new state of the art manufacturing facility commencing in early 2026
*Are you an experienced Assembly Technician or a hands-on Production Operative with prior experience working with hand-tools in a manufacturing/ engineering plant?
*Can you get to the Dewsbury for 7am start FOUR DAYS per week? (Mon to Thurs)
*Benefits Package: Offering 8% pension, health package, Lifestyle vouchers, company value awards programs, up to 41days holiday available*
*Excellent Training: A clear development pathway for the technical person craving the chance to level-up in their career!
*Genuine Progression: A strong history of developing talent, with many Team Leaders and Managers having started in apprentice or entry-level roles and progressing internally.
*Modern Facilities: Enjoy downtime with games and complimentary tea/ coffee in modern, warm canteens.
*Safety & Workwear: Safety and comfort is a core priority of this organisation. All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is supplied to a high standard, including Top-quality boots, overalls. Premium air-fed masks/ respirators to ensure maximum safety.
This role is a dextrous, hands-on position, offering stability, skill development and clear progression opportunities for the right candidates! We want you!
This is a chance to join one of the UK's leading independent engineering and services companies.
Location: Dewsbury (easily commutable from Wakefield, Horbury, Brighouse, Morley, Cleckheaton, Tingley, North Huddersfield).
Status: Potential 18week Temp-to-Perm contract of service (like a probationary period)
Pay: Starting £12.60 per hour, rising to £12.66 after 5week training check-in,
£13.59 after completed all training modules &/ taken on permanent (HIGHER RATES IN APRIL 2026!)
Hours Guide:
*Mon-Wed: 07:00-17:00, Thurs: 07:00-16:30 (37.5hours standard, weekly paid)
*Optional overtime often available on Fridays (at Time+1/2)
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What the Assembly Technician involves:
When this opportunity comes live in January 2026, you could be involved in a wide range of practical tasks:
*Assembling components using various hand and power tools.
*Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
*Working with various materials, including steel, copper and plastic pipework (conduits, ducting, and pipe spooling).
*Performing quality inspections and adhering to strict Health & Safety protocols.
*Operating cranes and FLTs (Forklift Trucks) - a bonus, but not essential.
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Why Join This Company as Assembly Technician?
The Benefits
The company offers a fantastic, comprehensive benefits package designed to reward its employees, which become available upon permanent transfer:
*Generous Pension: An excellent 8% employer pension contribution (significantly above the UK's auto-enrolment minimum of 3%).
*Upcoming Wage Review: A new wage rise is scheduled for April 2026.
*Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive health package available for you and your family.
**Flexible Leave: Options to buy or sell up to 1 week of holidays, plus an annual Wellbeing Day and Volunteer Days. You could have access to up to 41 days of leave available over the year!
*Lifestyle Perks: Access to a variety of online lifestyle vouchers and a company value awards program.
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Who We Are Looking For - Assembly Technician
We are interested in hearing from mechanically or electrically minded individuals with a practical background and a thirst to learn.
Ideal experience may include:
*Practical experience with tools and machinery in an engineering, manufacturing or workshop environment.
*Experience in roles such as Production Operative, Manufacturing Operative, Engineering Labourer, Semi-Skilled Worker, Assembly Operative (engineering) or Mechanical/ Electrical Assembly Operative.
*Ability to read technical drawings or a strong willingness to learn.
*A detail-oriented, safety-conscious and team-focused attitude.
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Express Your Interest: To be considered for this opportunity in January 2026 and proceed to invitation of a Video Interview, please click Apply Now with your most up to date CV
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