Production Technician Mechanical

Production Technician Mechanical

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join our Production team to build high-tech products and solve complex engineering challenges.
  • Company: Dynamic company focused on innovation and teamwork.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days leave, private healthcare, and flexible benefits.
  • Other info: Structured career development and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment with excellent work-life balance.
  • Qualifications: Mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent, detail fitting skills, and good communication.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

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 four shifts of eight hours and one of five hours. Currently, the shifts are Early (starting at 06:00hrs) and Afternoon (starting at 14:00hrs).

Key Responsibilities

  • 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

  • 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, 1/4 to 1/2.
  • 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and would ask you to get in touch if you are concerned about any barriers you feel you may be facing in your application process with us.

Production Technician Mechanical employer: Oxford Instruments plc

Oxford Instruments plc is an exceptional employer located in Belfast, offering a dynamic hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees are encouraged to grow within a collaborative environment, benefiting from a comprehensive package that supports both professional development and personal well-being. Join a team that is at the forefront of scientific innovation, making meaningful contributions to research and industry.

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Contact Details:

Oxford Instruments plc Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Production Technician Mechanical

Mechanical Engineering
Technical Skills
Assembly Skills
ISO Standards Compliance
BOM Interpretation
Problem-Solving Skills
FRACAS Process Knowledge