Precision Operator: Thick Film & Aerospace Manufacturing

Flint Hills Resources; Dundee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Molex is seeking a hands-on Technical Operator to join its aerospace manufacturing team in a regulated environment. You will operate Thick Film deposition equipment, interpret engineering drawings, and ensure high-quality outputs in a cleanroom setting.

You will work with digital manufacturing systems, capture production data, and support continuous improvement initiatives while supporting training of colleagues on new equipment and processes.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Thick film deposition equipment or similar advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience in aerospace/defence/high‑tech production environments.
• Strong technical aptitude with practical engineering skills.
• Experience with precision measuring and inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate Thick Film deposition and related manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to strict manufacturing standards.
• Read, interpret and apply engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Assemble aerospace components per specifications and instructions.
• Set up and monitor production machinery to meet quality targets.
• Use digital manufacturing systems to record production data.
• Inspect products with precision measuring tools and log results.
• Identify non-conformances and support corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and adoption of new technologies.
• Mentor colleagues on new equipment and processes.

Skills

Thick film deposition equipment

Reading technical drawings

Precision measuring equipment

Digital manufacturing systems

Problem solving

Education

IPC Certification or relevant manufacturing qualifications

AS9100 knowledge

Tools

Digital manufacturing software

Electronic work instructions systems

Job description

Molex is seeking a hands-on Technical Operator to join its aerospace manufacturing team in a regulated environment. You will operate Thick Film deposition equipment, interpret engineering drawings, and ensure high-quality outputs in a cleanroom setting.

You will work with digital manufacturing systems, capture production data, and support continuous improvement initiatives while supporting training of colleagues on new equipment and processes.