Production Technician

TN United Kingdom; Wotton-under-Edge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the field of spectroscopy is seeking a Production Engineering Technician to join their team. This role involves supporting new product integration, designing tooling and fixtures, and improving production processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background and experience in production techniques, along with excellent communication skills. The company offers a competitive benefits package and a hybrid working policy to promote work-life balance.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension

Discretionary bonus

Subsidized onsite restaurants and coffee shops

Free parking

24-hour fitness centers

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced maternity pay

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Experience with production techniques and best practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, design notes, and CAD models.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during the New Product Development cycle.
• Design tooling, jigs, and fixtures for production.
• Create clear instructions for assembly processes.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Education

HNC or equivalent

Time-served apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Production Engineering Technician

We currently have a vacancy for a Production Engineering Technician to work within the Production Engineering team, focusing on New, Current, and Special products. The role offers a diverse range of responsibilities including: New Product integration, Production support, inspection, jig and tooling design, process improvements, and assembly operation documentation.

Responsibilities

1. Provide support and input during the New Product Development cycle.
2. Support product assembly processes.
3. Design tooling, jigs, and fixtures for production.
4. Identify and initiate process improvement activities.
5. Inspect non-conforming products.
6. Create clear instructions for assembly processes.

Key Requirements

• Education: HNC (or equivalent) or a time-served apprenticeship.
• Self-motivated and proactive attitude.
• Experience with production techniques and best practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, design notes, and CAD models.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

About the Company

Renishaw is part of the Spectroscopy Products Division, a market leader in Raman Spectroscopy, providing high-end spectrometers and laser products globally.

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will be well-organized, self-motivated, and capable of communicating effectively across all levels. They should be adaptable, problem-solving, and willing to collaborate across disciplines to resolve issues promptly.

Benefits and Culture

We are committed to your career development and offer a competitive benefits package, including a 9% non-contributory pension, discretionary bonus, subsidized onsite restaurants and coffee shops, free parking, car sharing schemes, and 24-hour fitness centers (availability varies by location).

Our hybrid working policy promotes a healthy work-life balance, allowing a mix of home and office work depending on the role. Additional benefits include 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Life Assurance, Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced maternity pay, Health Cash Plan, BUPA health options, and Employee Assistance Programmes.

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