Production Technician

This is an excellent opportunity for an experience Production / Build Technician to join a growing team building our next generation systems.

As Production Technician you will be involved in the full build of all machines including systems and sub-systems covering electro-mechanical assembly, Systems set-up, Inspection and test. You will also work closely with production, laboratory and development teams in early-stage client projects.

The Production Technician role is an important hands-on position and is based in our Kidlington manufacturing facility.

• Undertake assembly, set-up (including software & optical) and testing of the systems to the require standards.
• Ensure systems are built using controlled work instructions and drawings.
• Ensure faulty components and non-conforming material issues are rejected to Production Engineering.
• Support production for customer samples service.
• Support R&D and Systems laboratory for development work.
• Computer set-up / configuration and optical alignment.
• Support company and manufacturing improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment assembling or building complex electro-mechanical systems and software configuration.

You will have the following: -

• Minimum of 2 years hands-on experience in a similar role.
• BTEC I/II or HNC/HND or equivalent qualification within engineering discipline.
• Experience in Electro-mechanical assembly and testing.
• Reading engineering drawings
• Excellent mechanical understanding.
• Practical experience working with computer set-up and configuration.
• Practical experience working with Optical / laser systems beneficial.
• Understanding of wiring and electrical safety.
• Used a variety of hand tools.
• Able to use continuous improvement and best practice methods.
• Excellent communication skills and able to collaborate with colleagues and peers.
• Pro-active and self-motivated to identify and prioritise own workload.
• This is a full-time site-based role.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including Private Medical, Income protection, life assurance and annual bonus