Production Technician Mechanical

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our Production team and work on the assembly build of high-tech, cutting-edge products. You will develop new capabilities and work on some of our most complex system configurations. For this role you will need a strong engineering background and a high level of technical skills and knowledge.

You will be employed to work on a rotating shift pattern. Each working week consists of 4 shifts of 8 hours and one of 5 hours. Currently, the shifts are Early (starting at 06:00hrs) and Afternoon (starting at 14:00hrs).

Key Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Build systems, sub-assemblies and piece parts for complex systems efficiently to the right quality levels and ISO standards, and to achieve build schedules

Ensure that the requirements of the BOM and the customer specification are achieved

Identify and resolve build problems

Report technical issues and record using the FRACAS process

Maintain your levels of technical competence by undertaking necessary training

Act as a point of reference to ensure that the technicians within the build area are fully aware of the build sequence

Train and guide less experienced technicians

Set an example of the highest level of build cleanliness, house keeping and Health and Safety issues within the build areas, and support and promote 5S initiatives

Contribute to the performance of the Production Team through continuous improvement initiatives

Work on a rotating shift pattern in line with the rota notified to you by your Team Leader.

About you:

Essential unless otherwise stated:

Time served Mechanical apprenticeship or City and Guilds part 3, or

HND, HNC, or BTech level 3

Detail fitting skills to precision level, including:-

machining (typically milling and turning)

Vacuum and pneumatics

Pipe bending with stainless steel, ¼” to ½”

Ability to read mechanical drawings

Ability to fault find and implement corrective action

Ideally - relevant Electrical Qualifications

Ideally - combination of mechanical, electrical and electronic assembly skills

Ideally - experience of working in the semiconductor industry

PC skills

Highly committed team player

High standards of build quality; flexible, co-operative and willing; punctual and self-disciplined

Good communication skills

What We Offer

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave + half-day Fridays

Private healthcare

Share incentive plan

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits tailored to your needs

Structured career development opportunities

A collaborative environment with excellent work-life balance

Working Hours

This role operates on a rotating shift pattern, consisting of:

Four 8-hour shifts per week

One 5-hour shift per week

Current shift patterns include:

Early Shift: From 06:00 to 14:00

Afternoon Shift: From 14:00 to 22:00

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