Production Assembler (Controller)

SWARCO AG; Richmond; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employer pension contributions

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts portal

Training, development and career prog.

Job summary

SWARCO UK & Ireland is seeking a Controller Production Assembler in Melsonby. You will join the manufacturing team to assemble, wire and test a range of SWARCO products, including traffic signal controllers and roadside controller cabinets.

The role focuses on electro‑mechanical assembly from drawings and BOMs and requires attention to detail and safe working practices. You will read technical drawings, prepare wiring looms, assemble components and perform basic testing.

Qualifications

• Follow detailed instructions and take pride in high‑quality work.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, BOMs or similar documentation.
• Experience in electrical, mechanical, electro‑mechanical or manufacturing environment.
• Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Experience with traffic signal controllers or similar specialist equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and wire traffic signal controller cabinets and roadside controller cabinets.
• Prepare cables, connectors and wiring looms.
• Carry out cabinet wiring and fit electrical components such as transformers.
• Assemble mechanical components, enclosures, prisms and trailers.
• Read and follow technical drawings, BOMs and kit lists to complete finished products.
• Carry out basic functional testing of completed products.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Support PCB assembly/repair and basic mechanical assembly activities.
• Prepare and fit sign faces and assemble MDU units.
• Ensure work meets SWARCO quality and production standards.
• Identify and report quality issues or non‑conformances.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment (5S) and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Electrical/Mechanical background

Read technical drawings

Quality control

Attention to detail

_hand and power tools_

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

PCB assembly/repair experience

5S/continuous improvement

Experience in manufacturing

Education

Electrical/Mechanical training

Job description

SWARCO UK & Ireland: The Better Way. Every Day.

At SWARCO, we’re at the forefront of intelligent transport technology, designing and manufacturing solutions that help keep people moving safely and efficiently.

Job Description

Location: Melsonby
Salary: Competitive
Business Division: SWARCO UK & Ireland

We’re looking for a Controller Production Assembler to join our manufacturing team in Melsonby, working on the assembly, wiring and testing of a range of specialist SWARCO products, including traffic signal controllers, roadside controller cabinets, variable message signs and associated equipment.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone with an electrical, mechanical or manufacturing background who enjoys practical work, takes pride in quality and has good attention to detail.

What you will do

You’ll be responsible for the safe, accurate and efficient electro‑mechanical assembly, wiring, testing and preparation of SWARCO products.

Working from technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), specifications and kit lists, you’ll help turn individual components into finished products ready for use by our customers.

Your day‑to‑day work will include:

Assembling and wiring traffic signal controller and roadside controller cabinets

Preparing cables, connectors and wiring looms

Carrying out cabinet wiring and fitting electrical components such as transformers

Assembling mechanical components, enclosures, prisms and trailers

Reading and following technical drawings, specifications, BOMs and kit lists

Carrying out basic functional testing of completed products

Using hand and power tools safely and effectively

Supporting PCB assembly/repair and basic mechanical assembly activities

Preparing and fitting sign faces and assembling MDU units

Ensuring completed work meets SWARCO’s quality and production standards

Identifying and reporting quality issues or non‑conformances

Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment in line with 5S principles

Supporting continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives across the manufacturing operation

You may also be required to work across different manufacturing cells depending on production requirements and support general factory improvement activities where needed.mechanicalEngineering #ITS #SWARCO #LI-EW1

Qualifications

What we are looking for

We’re looking for someone who is practical, reliable and technically minded, with the ability to follow detailed instructions and take pride in producing high‑quality work.

Ideally, you will have:

Experience in an electrical, mechanical, electro‑mechanical or manufacturing environment

Relevant electrical, mechanical or manufacturing training or qualifications

The ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, BOMs or similar documentation

Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work

An understanding of quality control and safe working practices

Experience using hand and power tools

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

A proactive approach and willingness to learn new skills

Experience working with traffic signal controllers or similar specialist equipment

Experience with variable message signs or roadside technology

Previous experience carrying out product testing

Experience of PCB assembly or repair

Experience working within a 5S or continuous improvement environment

You don't need to have experience in the traffic industry to be considered. If you have a strong electrical, mechanical or electro‑mechanical assembly background and are keen to learn, we'd be interested in hearing from you.

Additional Information

What we offer

At SWARCO, we believe in investing in our people and creating an environment where everyone can develop and make a difference.

You’ll receive a competitive salary and benefits package, together with opportunities to learn and develop within a global technology business.

Our benefits include:

25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service

Employer pension contributions

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts portal

Opportunities for training, development and career progression

A supportive and collaborative working environment

Interested?

We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. SWARCO is an equal opportunities employer.

Agencies, please note: Should we require recruitment agency involvement, we will contact the agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We ask that you respect the relationships we have already built with these suppliers. Any unsolicited CV sent to any partner or employee of SWARCO for a role where we have not actively engaged with you will not be liable for any payment or fee.

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