Lead Production Technician

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

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Oxford is seeking a Lead Production Technician to manage the production build process, overseeing hands-on assembly and team leadership. The candidate will ensure quality and productivity, working on advanced motion-capture technology. Responsibilities include supervising the team, collaborating with engineering, and maintaining high-quality standards. An attractive salary of £35,000 per annum and various benefits such as medical insurance and a generous pension plan 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.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Assemblers and delegate tasks.
• Convert build plans into Manufacturing Orders.
• Assemble, program, test and align units.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults.
• Collaborate with Engineering on improvements.

Skills

Leading or supervising technical teams

Using ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite)

High attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication

Strong organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Self-motivation

Collaboration within a team

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 scheme
• Free 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 ask for Snix to discuss further.