Manufacturing Operative – Night Shift
Location: Brackmills Industrial Estate, Northampton
Work Schedule: 36 hours per week, Monday–Wednesday
Hours: Night shift, 18:00–06:30
Hourly Rate: £16.15 per hour

Our well-established global client is looking to expand their manufacturing team and is seeking committed and reliable individuals to join them on the night shift.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in cable assembly or a manufacturing environment. Candidates should be comfortable following established processes, working accurately and maintaining high standards within a fast-paced, high-performing team.
Good communication skills and a reasonable level of spoken English are essential, as teamwork and clear communication are key to the role.
Please note that this is a standing role, and candidates must be comfortable standing throughout the shift. The job involves rotating between different tasks during the shift, with no sitting work.
Candidates who demonstrate the right attitude, skills and commitment may have the opportunity to secure a permanent, full-time position directly with the company. However, this is not guaranteed.

Manufacturing Operative – Key Areas of Responsibility

• Assembling cables.
• Cutting and crimping cable ends to meet client requirements.
• Labelling cables.
• Sorting cables into the appropriate client locations.
• Carrying out quality checks and testing.
• Preparing boxes and packaging.
• Picking small components required for manufacturing.

Manufacturing Operative – Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of pay.
• Full training and a buddy system provided.
• Friendly and collaborative working environment.
• Night shift working pattern, Monday–Wednesday.
• Overtime opportunities paid at time and a half, subject to company policy.
• Clean and welcoming working environment.
• Modern, high-tech canteen facilities for breaks.
• Company uniform provided after one month, including quality safety shoes.
• Opportunity to be considered for permanent employment.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in cable assembly or a manufacturing/production environment.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures.
• Good spoken English and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Comfortable standing throughout the shift and rotating between tasks.
• Ability to distinguish between different colours, as required for cable assembly.
• Availability to work the specified night shift hours.

Note:
Please be aware that this role may not be suitable for candidates with colour blindness, as the manufacturing process requires the ability to differentiate between different cable colours.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply or give us a call on .