At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble complex systems and sub-assemblies to ISO standards while resolving build problems.
- Company: Join a leading high-tech engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Bristol.
- Benefits: Enjoy a base salary up to £32,500 plus shift allowances and private healthcare.
- Other info: Rotating shifts include mornings and afternoons with enhanced rates for overtime.
- Why this job: This role offers structured career development and opportunities for overtime pay.
- Qualifications: Candidates must have a time-served electrical apprenticeship and 3+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 27000 £ per year.
A leading high-tech engineering and manufacturing organisation in Bristol is looking for a Production Technician to join their busy production team. You will be involved in the assembly of complex, high-specification systems and sub-assemblies, working to precise quality standards in a highly technical environment. This is a role for someone who takes pride in their work, holds themselves to a high standard, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated production setting.
Responsibilities
- Build systems, sub-assemblies and piece parts for complex systems to the right quality levels and ISO standards
- Ensure requirements of the BOM and customer specification are met
- Identify and resolve build problems, reporting technical issues via the FRACAS process
- Train and guide less experienced technicians
- Maintain and develop your technical competence through ongoing training
- Uphold the highest standards of build cleanliness, housekeeping and health and safety
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the production team
What we're looking for
- Time-served electrical apprenticeship, City and Guilds Part 3, HND, HNC, or BTech Level 3
- Detailed wiring skills including lead-free soldering, panel wiring to schematics, and ability to read electrical drawings
- Ability to fault find and implement corrective action
- 3 or more years of relevant experience
- Ideally a combination of mechanical, electrical and electronic assembly skills
- Experience in the semiconductor or plasma technology industry is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and high build quality standards
- Comfortable working a rotating shift pattern reliably
The process
Candidates will complete a two-hour technical assessment (mechanical or electrical depending on discipline) as part of the selection process. Starting salary is influenced by assessment performance and relevant experience, with scope for review at six months for higher-banded starters.
Production Technician employer: MDE Consultants Ltd
Located in Bristol, this high-tech engineering firm offers a competitive salary and private healthcare. The team values continuous improvement and high-quality standards, making it an ideal environment for skilled technicians.
