Electrical Technician

Azenta Life Sciences; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join their dynamic team in Irlam, Manchester. This role involves assembling advanced sample storage systems and performing critical manufacturing operations, including troubleshooting and testing. The ideal candidate will possess strong electrical skills, be adept at reading engineering drawings, and have a commitment to continuous improvement. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers opportunities for international travel, making this a unique chance to enhance your career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with electrical fault finding and cable assembly.

Responsibilities

• Engage in assembly and testing of parts and components.
• Prepare technical reports and provide guidance to team members.
• Conduct Continuous Improvement activities to enhance productivity.

Skills

Electrical Systems Understanding

Cable Assembly

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Assembly

Continuous Improvement

Technical Reporting

Education

HNC or Further Education to City and Guilds Level

Recognized Apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Multi-meter

Job description

Manufacturing Technician

Irlam, Manchester with international travel

The Manufacturing Technician will be engaged in the assembly of Azenta Sample Stores, Bio Stores and related sub-assemblies.

Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing work, rework and testing and troubleshooting related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final system assemblies.

Candidates will be electrically biased, with the ability to cut, crimp, assemble and label cables from engineering drawings.

Follow electrical engineering drawings to terminate cables on automated units and fault find using a multi-meter.

What You'll Do

1. Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing work, rework and testing and troubleshooting related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final system assemblies.
2. Use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.
3. Assist in developing methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings and/or diagrams to control or modify the manufacturing process.
4. Perform Continuous Improvement activities to improve productivity.
5. Prepare technical reports summarising findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
6. Provide guidance to other non-exempt personnel, and may lead or supervise activities within a team lead function.

What You'll Bring

1. Take on ad-hoc functions required by the team.
2. HNC/ or Further education study to City and Guilds level or / Served a recognised apprenticeship.
3. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
4. Mechanical assembly of basic mechanical sub-assemblies.
5. Familiar with Microsoft PC based software (Word, Excel, Outlook etc).
6. Working within a Health & Safety management system.
7. Understanding of electrical systems, wiring diagrams, and electrical fault finding using a multi-meter is a necessity.