General Operator - Microelectronics / Soldering

Certain Advantage; Tyldesley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization based in Bolton is looking for General Operatives with strong soldering experience for a 12-month contract. The role involves precision assembly and complies with safety requirements. Candidates should possess IPC 610 certification and have experience in microelectronics. The hourly wage starts at £24.78, rising to £26.12 after 12 weeks. Overtime is available.

Qualifications

• Very strong soldering experience is required.
• Experience in a microelectronics environment is highly desirable.
• Background in a Production Technician or Assembly Operative role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed standard assembly activities with precision.
• Perform manufacturing and self-certification tasks according to procedures.
• Contribute to the efficient movement of work in the manufacturing area.

Skills

Strong soldering experience

Attention to detail

PC literacy

Education

IPC 610 certification

Job description

Overview

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bolton is recruiting 4x General Operatives with very strong soldering experience for an initial 12 month contract. There are 3 positions on standard days and 1 position on nights. Hourly rate £24.78ph, increasing to £26.12ph after 12 weeks. Overtime (over 37 hours) is paid at the normal rate plus 50%.

Contract Duration: 12 months (initially, with potential for ongoing/long-term employment thereafter).

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed standard assembly / manufacturing activities, undertaking all work to requisite procedures, quality standards, safety requirements and timescales.
• Perform manufacturing and self-certification tasks within the deployed business in accordance with product certification procedures and defined workmanship standards.
• Contribute to the efficient movement of work and information in the manufacturing area.
• Adhere to agreed standards and behaviours in all activities, and comply with all health and safety requirements.
• Read and interpret layouts, follow instructions, and perform fine assembly tasks with precision.

Qualifications / Experience

• Very strong soldering experience is required.
• Experience soldering under a microscope or similar microelectronics environment is highly desirable.
• Experience with Looming or PCB work would be advantageous.
• Background in a Production Technician or Assembly Operative role is desirable.
• IPC 610 certified or trained is preferred.
• Dexterity for fine work; able to work with minimal supervision; flexible to shift patterns; attention to detail.
• ESD training is beneficial; PC literacy and Colophony health surveillance are desirable.

Additional Details

• Location: Bolton
• Positions: 4 (3 days, 1 night)
• Salary: £24.78ph rising to £26.12ph after 12 weeks; overtime at normal rate plus 50%.
• Contract: 12 months initial, with potential for long-term continuation.