Manufacturing Technician

Gi Group (United Kingdom); Southampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Gi Group (United Kingdom) in Southampton is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to perform precision/micro-assembly and inspection of high‑tolerance aerospace components. You will use hand tools, microscopes and fixtures, and follow detailed instructions to ensure quality.

Experience in manufacturing, good manual dexterity, and computer literacy are essential; some roles may involve controlled environments and cleanrooms. This is a long‑term, secure manufacturing position in a controlled facility.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or assembly experience.
• Strong attention to detail and a "right first time" mindset.
• Good manual dexterity with small parts.
• Able to follow technical instructions and procedures accurately.
• Confident using computers (Microsoft Office essential).

Responsibilities

• Precision / micro-assembly using hand tools, microscopes and fixtures.
• Working with small, delicate, high-tolerance components.
• Testing and inspection of electro‑optic and electronic parts.
• Following detailed work instructions, drawings and quality standards.
• Completing production paperwork accurately and flagging issues early.
• Keeping your work area clean, safe and compliant (including controlled environments where required).

Skills

Precision/attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Follow technical instructions

Computer literacy

Right first time mindset

Tools

SAP / ERP exposure

Job description

Manufacturing Technician (Aerospace & Defence) - Southampton

£17.50-£18.00 per hour | 37 hours/week | Mon-Fri

Join a leading Aerospace & Defence manufacturer in Southampton and play a hands‑on role building and testing high‑precision components used in advanced systems. If you enjoy detailed, practical work in a structured environment, this is a great opportunity to step into long‑term, secure manufacturing.

The Role (what you'll be doing)

• Precision / micro‑assembly using hand tools, microscopes and fixtures


• Working with small, delicate, high‑tolerance components


• Testing and inspection of electro‑optic and electronic parts


• Following detailed work instructions, drawings and quality standards


• Completing production paperwork accurately and flagging issues early


• Keeping your work area clean, safe and compliant (including controlled environments where required)

What we're looking for (essential)

• Previous manufacturing or assembly experience


• Strong attention to detail and a \"right first time\" mindset


• Good manual dexterity / fine motor skills (comfortable with small parts)


• Able to follow technical instructions and procedures accurately


• Confident using computers (Microsoft Office essential)

Desirable (nice to have)

• Background in Aerospace, Defence, Electronics, Optics or Semiconductor manufacturing


• Cleanroom / controlled‑environment experience


• SAP / ERP exposure

Working environment

• Aerospace & Defence manufacturing facility


• Some roles based in controlled‑temperature areas and/or cleanrooms


• Repetitive fine‑motor tasks; extended periods sitting or standing

Important eligibility requirement

• Due to access and security requirements, only sole UK nationals can be considered for this role.