Electronics Assembly Technician. Job in Lake Education & Training Jobs

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Lake; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Electronics Assembly Technician to join a growing operations team in Barnstaple, UK. The role requires assembling high-integrity products used in demanding industries, with a commitment to quality and precision. Candidates can apply at different technician levels, with expectations increasing based on experience. Key responsibilities include following build instructions, soldering, and maintaining high standards to ensure zero defects. Successful applicants will have a strong background in low-volume, high-mix manufacturing and be familiar with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Experience within aerospace or a similarly high-integrity industry.
• Strong background in low-volume, high-mix, build-to-print manufacturing.
• Competent in soldering, wiring, PCB assembly and following strict build specs.

Responsibilities

• Assembling, soldering, wiring and PCB work in line with aerospace-grade controls and quality standards.
• Completing assembly tasks within agreed timeframes.
• Working to high standards with zero tolerance for defects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Soldering

Wiring

PCB assembly

Strong communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Apprenticeship or formal technical training

IPC 610/620 accreditations

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Electronics Assembly Technician

Location: Barnstaple

Job type: Full time, permanent

Salary: £25,000 - £33,000 per annum

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions, operating as an employment agency, are currently recruiting for a Electronics Assembly Technician to join a growing operations team supporting high-integrity products used in demanding industries.

The role:

• Following detailed build instructions with exceptional accuracy
• Assembling, soldering, wiring and PCB work in line with aerospace-grade controls and quality standards
• Completing assembly tasks within agreed timeframes and costed build times
• Working ro standards with zero tolerance for defects
• Using an ERP/shop floow booking system to maintain accurate build and data records
• Escalating issues, supporting problem-solcing activities, and contributing to ongoing process improvements
• Working safely, professionally and collaboratively within a zero-harm, zero-defects culture
• Supporting project builds and at higher levels, assisting in coaching and leading on certain tasks

About you:

We are open to candidates across three technician levels, with expectations increasing at each stage.

Level 1 - Foundation Technician

• Strong safety record and a proactive team mindset.
• Willingness to undertake eye examinations and colour-blindness checks.
• Close attention to detail when following build instructions, drawings and customer specs.
• Organised, tidy working style (6S environment).
• Keen to learn new skills such as IPC 610/620.
• Ability to work to KPIs for quality, output, and performance.

Level 2 - Skilled Technician

• All Level 1 capabilities plus:
• Stronger manufacturing skill base.
• Ability to identify issues and support resolving them.
• Supporting project builds and acting as a technical go-to.

Level 3 - Senior Technician

• All Level 1 & 2 capabilities plus:
• Leading project builds or assembly lines.
• Coaching and training lower-level technicians.
• Actively contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advanced problem-solving with the ability to deliver measurable improvements.

What you'll bring:

Essential

• Experience within aerospace or a similarly high-integrity industry.
• Strong background in low-volume, high-mix, build-to-print manufacturing.
• Competent in soldering, wiring, PCB assembly and following strict build specs.
• Experienced with ERP or shop-floor booking systems.
• Strong communication, numeracy and literacy skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure.

Desirable

• Knowledge of ISO9001 / AS9100 environments.
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing principles.
• Apprenticeship or formal technical training.
• IPC 610/620 accreditations (or ESA/ECSS equivalents).
• Additional accreditations such as IPC trainer status.

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