Production Technician

Defence iQ; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Defence and Security is seeking 3 Production Technicians on a contract basis in Bristol. Successful candidates will follow defined processes for assembling, inspecting, and repairing products, while ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role involves training, documentation, and active participation in continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Willingness to undergo basic security checks.
• Training to achieve necessary knowledge and approvals.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, inspect, and test products according to defined processes.
• Maintain accurate records of assembly processes and inspections.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Assembly

Inspection

Problem-Solving

Adherence to Procedures

Health and Safety Awareness

Job description

Our client, a Defence and Security supplier is looking for 3x Production Technicians to join them on a contract basis at their site in Bristol.

• 3-4 month initial contract.
• £25-30 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35.
• Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be willing to undergo basic security checks ahead of starting.
  
  

Job Role

Follow defined processes and procedures to assemble, inspect, test, strip, survey, repair products in the product range. Work efficiently to ensure that tasks are executed accurately to meet the requirements and specifications of the product, whilst also meeting production targets.

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for assembling, inspecting and testing products to ensure they meet specifications in accordance with defined procedures and processes including the reporting of any issues encountered.
• Responsible for disassembly, survey, inspection, documenting and repairing of products.
• Complete training to achieve necessary knowledge and approvals to perform the tasks. Where permitted to do so, train others and provide help and support.
• Read, interpret and follow the technical engineering documents required to complete tasks.
• Follow instructions & documentation precisely. Adhere to industry standards, regulations and company processes. Report issues when compliance cannot be achieved.
• Keep the workplace clean and effective and ensure a safe working environment. Follow processes to ensure the effective management of FOD (Foreign Object Debris), Tool Control, Electrostatic Discharge, Security of Assets etc.
• Work to ensure the most effective use of labour to manage the workload and conserve resources and supplies to facilitate minimum waste.
• Participate in health & safety training as required and perform health & safety roles as needed (e.g. fire marshal, etc). Take responsibility for own Health and Safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work. Co-operate with managers and supervisors to enable the company to meet is Health, Safety and Environmental obligations.
• Highlight and identify any issues and engage in structured problem-solving activities to identify root causes and solutions. Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes and efficiency.
• Follow procedures to perform preventive maintenance and/or calibration tasks, reporting any issues found.
• Maintain records of assembly processes, tests and inspections performed, along with any issues encountered using the company systems to ensure accurate reporting.
  
  

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