Production Assistant - Nights

Nexperia; Manchester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Annual bonus up to 6%

Pension contribution up to 9%

Health & wellbeing benefits

Generous annual leave

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Nexperia Manchester is expanding its Night Production Assistant cohort to join a high‑tech semiconductor wafer fabrication environment. You will work 7pm–7am on a four‑on, four‑off pattern, following written instructions to operate advanced equipment in a cleanroom and help produce silicon microchips used in everyday devices.

This permanent role offers a clear career pathway, a starting salary of £39,685 per year, and a comprehensive benefits package including a pension contributions, annual

Qualifications

• Clear written and verbal communication in English.
• Methodical approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and reliability for night shifts.
• Previous experience in a production/manufacturing environment; cleanroom experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily production tasks with guidance from the Team Leader.
• Learn to operate high‑tech equipment and achieve wafer output targets.
• Follow change procedures and all cleanroom safety practices.
• Accurately complete documentation and enter transactions into Factory Works.
• Maintain high quality, safety and production standards throughout.

Skills

English communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Reliability

Tools

Manufacturing equipment

Cleanroom tools

Job description

We are building our Production Assistant Talent Pool for upcoming Night Shift opportunities. We are looking to start our first cohort by the end of 2026, with a further intake planned for the first quarter of 2027. Any remaining successful candidates will be retained in our talent pool and considered for future vacancies as they arise.

Please note, applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK to be considered, as visa sponsorship now, or in the future, is not available.

At Nexperia Manchester, we will soon be expanding our Manufacturing team with the addition of Night Production Assistants.

If you are reliable, detail-focused and interested in building a career in a high-tech production environment, we want to hear from you.

In return, we offer a permanent opportunity within a supportive production team, a clear career development pathway and a starting salary of £39,685 per annum, inclusive of night shift allowance.

You will work from 7pm to 7am on a four-on, four-off shift pattern.

Please note these Night Production Assistant roles are located at our Hazel Grove, Stockport site.

What you will do

As a Night Production Assistant, you will be part of a large team that plays a vital role in manufacturing semiconductor devices within a high-volume, high-tech wafer fabrication facility.

You will follow written instructions and operate sophisticated equipment in a cleanroom environment to produce silicon microchips used in everyday products, including mobile phones, home appliances, smart wearables and electric vehicles.

• Completing daily production tasks with the support of your Team Leader
• Learning to operate high-tech equipment and achieving the required wafer output
• Following production change procedures and all cleanroom working and safety practices
• Completing documentation accurately and entering transactions into the Factory Works system
• Maintaining high quality, safety and production standards throughout

What you will need

• Clear written and verbal communication skills in English
• A methodical approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team with a proactive mindset
• Excellent time management, reliability and commitment to a night-shift pattern
• Previous experience in a production, manufacturing or factory environment
• Experience working in a cleanroom
• Mechanical or technical experience with machines or tools

Interview process

• Stage 1: Recruiter/HR telephone review
• Stage 2: Onsite assessment day, including an introduction to Nexperia and the role, practical exercises and a short interview
• Stage 3: Occupational Health appointment for successful candidates

Your benefits will include

• Remuneration & Reward – Starting salary of £39,685.05 per annum inclusive of shift premium, annual bonus of up to 6%, employer pension contribution of up to 9%; income protection; and 12 times salary life assurance.
• Health & Wellbeing – 24.5 days of annual leave plus rostered days off, flexible benefits scheme, enhanced parental leave, employee assistance programme, fitness, activity and retail discounts, and access to sports and social clubs.
• Site Facilities – Subsidised onsite canteen, onsite medical centre, free onsite parking, free refreshments, and onsite pond and garden areas.
• Professional Development – A clear pathway into Production Planning, Training or Management, with potential progression into Engineering or Equipment teams through our Advanced Apprenticeship Scheme.
• Corporate Social Responsibility & Sustainability – A global commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2035, working with suppliers who comply with the Nexperia Supplier Code of Conduct, and paid time off for employees to support charitable work.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Corporate membership of Neurodiversity in Business and recognition as a Disability Confident Employer. Dedicated Employee Resource Groups support Neuroinclusion, the LGBTQ+ community and Women in Nexperia, alongside a commitment to increase women in management positions to 30% by 2030.

D&I Statement

As an equal-opportunity employer, Nexperia values diversity not just because it is the right thing to do but because diverse teams perform better. We are dedicated to being inclusive, and a proof point of this dedication is that we were the main partner of the very first Dutch Paralympic Team NL House during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all, and we consider all applicants fairly, as well as providing a safe work environment and reasonable adjustments where requested. In addition, we offer our colleagues the possibility to join employee resource groups such as the Pride Network Group or global and local Women's groups. Nexperia is committed to increasing women in management positions to 30% by 2030. Nexperia is a world-class company in semiconductor development and in-house production. A proven global player with an entrepreneurial mentality. At our core is an 12,000+ strong international network with a singular focus. Built on passion and commitment to our work, belief in our goals and a drive to succeed regardless of the challenges we face. We support, reward and challenge individuals equally, in a dynamic and energetic environment.