Production Technician

EA First; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

EA First in St Ives is seeking a Production Technician to support a busy machine shop and assembly areas, finishing components, building products and keeping production moving.

You will work across production, manufacturing, mechanical assembly and materials handling, using hand and power tools, with forklift training provided.

The role is Monday-Friday 8am to 4:30pm with a negotiable salary depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience using hand and power tools in a production setting.
• Mechanical assembly experience.
• Forklift experience is a plus – training provided.

Responsibilities

• Finish components with deburring, drilling and cleaning.
• Set and operate a centreless grinder.
• Build sub-assemblies and test finished products.
• Move materials and support deliveries and despatch.
• Keep stock records accurate and workspace tidy.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Mechanical assembly

Forklift (bonus)

Job description

Production Technician

St Ives | Monday-Friday 8am to 4:30pm | Negotiable salary

Looking for a new role that combines production, manufacturing, mechanical assembly and materials handling?

Do you have experience of using hand and power tools?

We're recruiting for a Production Technician to support a busy manufacturing team in St Ives. You'll work across a busy machine shop and assembly areas, finishing components, building products and keeping production moving.

This is a busy and varied role, working in a team where you'll be cross trained to support all areas of the department.

What you'll be doing:

• Finishing components, including deburring, drilling and cleaning.
• Setting and operating a centreless grinder.
• Building sub-assemblies and assembling and testing finished products.
• Moving materials and supporting deliveries and despatch.
• Keeping stock records accurate and your workspace safe and tidy.

What you'll bring:

Previous manufacturing experience, a good mechanical understanding and an eye for detail. You'll be reliable, organised and comfortable working independently or alongside the team to meet deadlines.

Mechanical assembly, metal work or grinding experience would be a bonus. Forklift experience is useful, but full forklift training will be provided.