Manufacturing Technician - (R0260601)

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Technicians to join their dynamic team in Glasgow. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to engage in complex manufacturing operations, working collaboratively to produce high-quality mechanical assemblies. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company provides flexible working options and a supportive environment for professional growth. Enjoy a 4-day working week, generous annual leave, and various benefits that enhance your work-life balance. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

4-day working week

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension contributions up to 7%

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life insurance

Stock options every 2 years

Enhanced maternity and parental leave

Training budget and conference/workshop allowances

Gym and wellbeing memberships

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in manufacturing with a focus on mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, following processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex manufacturing operations as per documentation.
• Assemble products to high-quality standards, including mechanical components.

Skills

Mechanical Assembly

Interpreting Drawings

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Communication

Basic PC Skills

Tools

ERP/Oracle

Palma

Job description

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. Our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems to extended protection across the entire battle-space, including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems, Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar.

We offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their careers. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact millions daily, making life better and safer. We innovate across Aerospace, Defence, Ground Transportation, Security, and Space industries.

Your health and well-being matter to us, which is why we offer flexible working options such as part-time hours, job sharing, home working, and flexible start and finish times.

Manufacturing Technician – (R0260601)

Location: Glasgow

Hours: 4-day week, Monday-Thursday, 37 hours per week

Thales is part of a global organization with 88,000 employees in 50 countries, delivering cutting-edge solutions worldwide. We are Europe’s number one supplier of defence electronics.

The Role

We are seeking experienced Technicians to join our OME division. You will collaborate with team members, Work Cell Managers, and Manufacturing Engineers to meet business requirements. Your experience in mechanical assemblies will be used to perform manufacturing tasks according to engineering drawings, ensuring quality standards. The position is based at our Glasgow manufacturing site.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Perform complex manufacturing operations as per documentation.
• Assemble products to high-quality standards, including mechanical components.
• Align systems and conduct functional testing as per specifications.
• Self-assess products for quality.
• Follow company processes and escalate issues appropriately.
• Contribute to diagnostics and root cause analysis when possible.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Use company tools (ERP/Oracle, Palma, etc.) for assembly and testing.
• Manage and record build configurations.
• Escalate health and safety issues and log incidents.

Your Skills and Experience

Ideally, you have several years’ experience in manufacturing, with the ability to work independently and proactively. Skills include building mechanical assemblies, interpreting drawings, clear stakeholder communication, following processes, problem-solving, working on your initiative, and basic PC skills.

Thales Benefits

• 4-day working week
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contributions up to 7%
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life insurance
• Stock options (SharingThales) every 2 years
• Enhanced maternity and parental leave
• Training budget and conference/workshop allowances
• Gym and wellbeing memberships, Cycle to Work
• Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing app

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Candidates will need to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history for up to three years. Some roles may require Security Clearance, which involves additional documentation. For details, refer to the Defence Business Services NSV Agency.

We are committed to inclusive hiring and will support applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions. To request adjustments, contact Resourcing Ops or the Early Careers Team as appropriate.

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