Lead Production Technician

Pertemps; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Production Technician in Oxford to oversee the production build process on advanced motion-capture and tracking technology. This role involves leading a team, hands-on assembly, and ensuring high-quality production standards. Ideal candidates will have experience supervising technical teams and using ERP systems, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% company pension

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life cover

Private medical insurance (including optical and dental)

Permanent health insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading or supervising technical teams.
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite).
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently.
• High level of attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Enthusiastic and committed to delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
• Able to work effectively as part of a focused and collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Assemblers and delegate tasks to meet productivity and quality targets.
• Convert build plans into Manufacturing Orders and manage to completion.
• Assemble, program, test, and align electro-mechanical units.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to component level.
• Oversee kitting and ensure accurate ERP stock transactions.
• Support stock control, organisation and stock take.
• Maintain build accuracy and use correct documentation.
• Collaborate with teams on improvements and prototypes.
• Liaise with test engineers on order progression.
• Contribute to quality control, waste reduction, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leading or supervising technical teams

Using ERP systems

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite)

Job description

Job Title: Lead Production Technician

Location: Oxford

Salary: £35,000 per annum

This role offers the opportunity to work on advanced motion‑capture and tracking technology used across entertainment, engineering, and scientific research. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Lead Production Technician oversees the production build process combining hands‑on assembly and testing with team leadership and workflow coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 10% company pension
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Life cover
• Private medical insurance (including optical and dental)
• Permanent health insurance
• Cycle‑to‑work schemeFree on‑site parking

Key responsibilities

• Supervise Assemblers and delegate tasks to meet productivity and quality targets.
• Convert build plans into Manufacturing Orders and manage them through to completion.
• Assemble, program, test and align electro‑mechanical units.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults to component level.
• Oversee kitting and ensure accurate ERP stock transactions.
• Support stock control, organisation and stock take.
• Use correct documentation and maintain build accuracy.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Design and Production teams on improvements and prototypes.
• Liaise with test engineers on order progression and RMAs.
• Maintain high‑quality workmanship and safe working practices.
• Contribute to quality control, waste reduction and continuous improvement.Support training activities and flexible working within the team.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Proven experience leading or supervising technical teams.
• Experience using ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite).
• Strong self‑motivation and ability to work independently.
• High level of attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Enthusiastic and committed to delivering high‑quality work within deadlines.
• Able to work effectively as part of a focused and collaborative team.

If you have the skills required, please apply directly or call 01793615021 and ask for Snix to discuss further.