At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble and solder components on circuit boards in a high-precision environment.
- Company: Join a leading defence engineering organisation with a focus on quality.
- Benefits: Structured training, long-term career opportunities, and a clean working environment.
- Other info: Potential for progression in a stable workplace with strong processes.
- Why this job: Develop specialist skills while contributing to advanced technology in a team-oriented setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in soldering or electronics assembly with attention to detail.
Looking for a hands-on role in a clean, high-precision environment? We are supporting a leading defence engineering organisation in recruiting Electronics Assembly Operators to work on advanced circuit card builds. This is a great opportunity to develop specialist skills in a structured, quality-driven production setting.
What you'll be doing:
- Assembling and soldering components onto circuit boards
- Working with small components, often under a microscope
- Carrying out visual inspections and basic rework on assemblies
- Following engineering drawings and build instructions
- Recording work and completing quality checks in line with process requirements
- Working as part of a team to meet production targets
What we're looking for:
- Essential: Experience in soldering or electronics assembly
- Strong attention to detail and quality focus
- Comfortable working with small, delicate components
- Desirable: IPC or ESD awareness/training
- Experience reading engineering drawings or work instructions
- Background in PCB / circuit card assembly or similar environment
Why apply:
- Opportunity to work within a high-tech defence engineering environment
- Structured training and development of specialist skills
- Clean, organised production setting
- Long-term opportunity with potential for progression
- Stable, team-oriented workplace with strong processes and standards
What happens now?
Upon submission of your application, should it meet our selection criteria, you will be contacted via e-mail by one of our talent acquisition specialists to arrange a screening call. This telephone chat is structured to explore a series of questions aimed at matching your competencies and capabilities to the specific demands of the position. Please note, this screening is contingent upon the initial success of your application.
Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by our clients Security Team.
PCB Assembler - Electronics Assembly Operator in Westhoughton employer: Guidant Global
Join a leading defence engineering organisation that prioritises employee development and offers a structured training programme in a clean, high-precision environment. With a strong focus on quality and teamwork, you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to cutting-edge technology. Enjoy a stable workplace with clear progression paths and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
