Electrical Assembler

Electrical Assembler (Step-Up / Team Lead Opportunity) Melsonby | Up to £32,000 DOE Jackson Hogg is working with a well-established manufacturing business to recruit an experienced Electrical / Electro-Mechanical Assembler who is looking to take a step into a more senior position. This is a predominantly hands-on role, with approximately 60% of your time spent in production carrying out electro-mechanical assembly, and 40% supporting the coordination of a small team. It would suit someone currently operating as a Senior Assembler, Lead Operator or informal Team Lead. The Role Working closely with the Production Manager, you will act as a key point of contact on shift, helping to ensure production runs safely, efficiently and in line with daily targets. Role split: * 60% Hands-on electrical / electro-mechanical assembly * 40% Team coordination and support Key Responsibilities * Carrying out hands-on electro-mechanical and electrical assembly * Supporting and guiding a small team of assembly operators * Allocating daily tasks in line with production plans * Overseeing build quality, basic testing and visual inspection * Troubleshooting production issues and escalating where required * Promoting safe working practices and housekeeping standards * Supporting training and onboarding of new starters * Acting as a communication link between operators and management What We’re Looking For * Minimum 3 years’ experience in an electrical or electro-mechanical assembly environment * Experience operating as a Senior Assembler, Lead Operator, Line Leader or similar * Confident working from engineering drawings and build instructions * Strong practical problem-solving ability * Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement principles desirable * Comfortable using basic IT systems (Word, Excel, Outlook) * A lead-from-the-front, hands-on approach What’s On Offer * Salary up to £32,000 DOE * 25 days holiday rising to 28 days (plus bank holidays) * Option to buy additional annual leave * Your birthday off * Employee discounts portal (Perkbox) * Generous employer pension contribution * Employee Assistance Programme * Life assurance * Supportive working environment with clear progression opportunities