Manufacturing Technician

Matchtech; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Barrow-in-Furness is seeking a Mechanical Technician to support manufacturing operations in electronic and mechanical functions. Key responsibilities include executing technical tasks, validating product integrity, and maintaining production tools. The ideal candidate has strong skills in electronics, hydraulics, and is proficient in blueprint reading. Join a team that values innovation and offers competitive compensation.

Benefits

Opportunities for growth and skill development

Competitive compensation

Work in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a Technology or Manufacturing Center.
• Familiarity with production workflows and assembly processes.
• Exposure to technical investigations and production testing.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical tasks within dedicated work groups.
• Apply test techniques to validate product integrity.
• Interpret and work from job packets and bills of material.
• Maintain and calibrate production tools and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair product, process, or program defects.
• Read blueprints and perform harness repair.

Skills

Electronics skills

Hydraulics knowledge

Mechanical assemblies

Blueprint reading

Manual hand tools proficiency

Job description

Mechanical Technician

Department: Oil & Gas (Subsea)
Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Type: Full-Time

As a Mechanical Technician, you'll play a vital role in supporting our manufacturing operations across electronic, mechanical, and systems functions. You'll be hands‑on with testing, troubleshooting, and process control—ensuring our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

What You’ll Do

• Execute technical tasks within dedicated work groups and key cell projects
• Apply test techniques and procedures to validate product integrity
• Interpret and work from job packets, routings, wire lists, and bills of material
• Maintain and calibrate production tools and equipment
• Diagnose and repair product, process, or program defects
• Read blueprints, identify components, and perform wire preparation, stripping, crimping, harness repair, and termination
• Operate and program automated machinery
• Drive continuous improvement using our Manufacturing System principles

What You Bring

• Experience in a Technology or Manufacturing Center
• Familiarity with production workflows and assembly processes
• Exposure to technical investigations and production testing
• Strong skills in electronics, hydraulics, and mechanical assemblies
• Proficiency with manual hand tools and blueprint reading

Why Join Us

• Work in a cutting‑edge manufacturing environment
• Be part of a team that values innovation and precision
• Opportunities for growth and skill development
• Competitive compensation and benefit