Manufacturing Technician

Oxford Instruments GmbH; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific technology company in the UK is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to assemble superconducting magnets for innovative research. This role involves intricate tasks that require manual dexterity and attention to detail. The company values teamwork and provides a supportive work environment along with flexible hours, competitive salary, and excellent benefits including private healthcare and a tailored benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Half-day on Fridays

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in production or manufacturing.
• Manual dexterity and a sharp eye for detail.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and electrical work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble superconducting magnets for scientific research.
• Prepare forms, select materials, and wind fine wire.
• Set up equipment and use vacuum pumps for potting magnets.

Skills

Experience in production or manufacturing

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Familiarity with engineering drawings

Job description

Manufacturing Technician

Date: 5 Nov 2025

Location: Oxford, GB

Job Function: Operations

Business Unit: NanoScience

About The Role

As a Manufacturing Technician, you’ll play a vital role in assembling superconducting magnets used in cutting‑edge scientific research. You could find yourself:

• Winding coils: Preparing forms, selecting materials, and precisely winding fine wire.
• Potting magnets: Setting up equipment, using vacuum pumps, and impregnating coils with resin or other setting agents.

Your attention to detail and teamwork will help us create world‑class products that make a difference.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in production or manufacturing.
• Manual dexterity and a sharp eye for detail—this is intricate and rewarding work.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and electrical work is a plus, but don’t worry—full training is provided!

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an innovative team working on exciting projects that contribute to scientific advancements.
• Gain hands‑on experience with unique and specialized processes.
• Work in a collaborative, supportive environment that values your growth.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive starting salary, Oxford Instruments offers flexible working hours and a half‑day on Fridays. We also offer 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, a defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan, and a flexible benefits package that you can tailor to your own requirements.

We also invest in our talented employees by supporting them in their ongoing career and development so that they reach their full potential. We care and work hard to provide a workplace where you can grow and learn.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about precision and enjoy working as part of a team, we’d love to hear from you! Don’t miss this opportunity to join a company that values your skills and is committed to your development.

Apply now and help us build the future!