Engineering Support Technician – TPM & Maintenance

Sony Corporate Technology Center America; Pencoed; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Sony Corporate Technology Center America is seeking a Production Engineering Auxiliary to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of auxiliary test heads and related production equipment. You will assist with TPM, help technicians with fault finding and minor repairs, and ensure the auxiliary area remains safe and organised across shifts.

You will work with Technicians, Engineers and Operations Managers to implement process improvements, manage stock, and support changeovers.

Qualifications

• Essential: interest in engineering and willingness to develop technical skills.
• Essential: strong communication and ability to work in a team.
• Essential: reliable, self-motivated with proactive support to production needs.
• Essential: good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Essential: willingness to work across all shifts in a dynamic production environment.
• Desirable: previous experience in a production or maintenance environment.
• Desirable: basic knowledge of TPM, 5S, or EHS standards.
• Desirable: hands-on experience with tools or basic mechanical/electrical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with TPM tasks on auxiliary test heads and equipment, maintaining records.
• Support technicians with fault finding and minor repairs (e.g. soldering under guidance).
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised work area in line with 5S and EHS standards.
• Assist in production changeovers, ensuring equipment readiness and smooth handovers.
• Monitor and replenish stock of spare parts, tools, and consumables.
• Support technicians and engineers with work orders, maintenance schedules, and routine checks.
• Contribute to process improvements and innovation initiatives.
• Communicate observations about equipment performance and issues promptly.

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Organisational skills

Shift flexibility

Interest in engineering

Job description

Sony Corporate Technology Center America is seeking a Production Engineering Auxiliary to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of auxiliary test heads and related production equipment. You will assist with TPM, help technicians with fault finding and minor repairs, and ensure the auxiliary area remains safe and organised across shifts.

You will work with Technicians, Engineers and Operations Managers to implement process improvements, manage stock, and support changeovers.