Manufacturing Technician (Multi-Skilled)

Azenta Life Sciences; Partington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company located in Partington is seeking a Manufacturing Technician. This role involves the assembly of sample and bio stores, requiring proven mechanical and electrical experience. Responsibilities include collaborating with engineers, data evaluation, and continuous improvement. Candidates should have an HNC or equivalent and the ability to read engineering drawings. Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven Mechanical and Electrical experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Understanding of electrical systems and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing operations and collaborate with engineers.
• Use software to collect and evaluate operating data.
• Develop methods from blueprints to modify manufacturing processes.
• Engage in Continuous Improvement activities.
• Prepare technical reports summarizing findings.
• Provide guidance in a team lead function.
• Track and record assemblies using Microsoft Excel.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical experience

Crimping ferrules

Troubleshooting

Microsoft Excel

Education

HNC or City and Guilds

Tools

Microsoft PC software (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

The Manufacturing Technician will be engaged in the assembly of Azenta's Sample Stores, Bio Stores and related sub-assemblies. Candidates will require proven Mechanical and Electrical experience, with the ability to crimp ferrules, assemble cables and fault-find 24v and 48v systems.

What you'll do

• Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing work, rework and testing and troubleshooting, related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final system assemblies.
• Use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.
• Assist in developing methods and procedures from blueprints, drawings and/or diagrams to control or modify the manufacturing process.
• Performing Continuous Improvement activities to improve productivity.
• May prepare technical reports summarising findings and recommending solutions to technical problems.
• May provide guidance to other non-exempt personnel, and may lead or supervise activities within a team lead function
• Take on ad-hoc functions required by the team.
• A strong skillset using Microsoft Excel to track and record assemblies and crating lists.

What you'll bring

• HNC/ or Further education study to City and Guilds level or / Served a recognised apprenticeship.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Mechanical assembly of basic mechanical sub-assemblies
• Familiar with Microsoft PC based software (Word, Excel, Outlook etc)
• Working within a Health & Safety management system
• Understanding of electrical systems and wiring diagrams are required and a practical assessment may be required upon interview