Lead Mechanical Technician: High-Tech Build & Lean

Oxford Instruments plc; Severn Beach; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Job summary

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology is looking for a Lead Mechanical Technician to join our Production team and lead the assembly build of high-tech vacuum systems. You will provide expertise to support the Team Leader and ensure the build cell runs smoothly while developing new capabilities.

The role involves a rotating shift pattern (Early 06:00–14:00, Afternoon 14:00–22:00) and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement, SOP development, and adherence to ISO standards within a

Qualifications

• Time served mechanical apprenticeship with proven skills.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings accurately.
• Strong mechanical fitting experience in vacuum equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop build cell capability to maximise quality, cost and delivery by continuous improvement of system knowledge and skills.
• Support the development of Standard Operating Procedure documentation to support Lean manufacturing principles.
• Ensure BOM and customer specifications are met and ISO procedures followed (ISO 9001/18001/14001).
• Ensure that work allocated to the build team is carried out efficiently and report shortages or issues to the Team Leader.
• Identify and resolve build problems by liaising with other departments as required.
• In the Team Leader's absence, plan workload and maintain efficiency of the build cell.
• Set an example with attendance, quality, Health and Safety, 5S in build areas.
• Interpret manufacturing systems to support the build process.
• Ensure compliance with company rules and report non-compliance to the Team Leader.
• Rotate shifts as per rota.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Reading drawings

Build quality

Communication

Fault finding

PC skills

Education

Time served mechanical apprenticeship

ONC or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology is looking for a Lead Mechanical Technician to join our Production team and lead the assembly build of high-tech vacuum systems. You will provide expertise to support the Team Leader and ensure the build cell runs smoothly while developing new capabilities.

The role involves a rotating shift pattern (Early 06:00–14:00, Afternoon 14:00–22:00) and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement, SOP development, and adherence to ISO standards within a