Production Technician

New Resource Group; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Chippenham seeks an experienced professional to safely manufacture custom-designed electronic hardware. Responsibilities include operating production equipment, ensuring product conformity, and adhering to safety practices. Candidates must have demonstrable experience in manufacturing and the ability to read engineering drawings. A qualification in Electronics Engineering is ideal. The role supports a collaborative team environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar manufacturing or production role is essential.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and wiring diagrams is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture products in line with standard practices and safety requirements.
• Operate production equipment and tooling correctly.
• Adhere to Quality Management System processes to maintain product conformity.

Skills

Demonstrable experience in manufacturing or production

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Education

Qualification in Electronics Engineering

Job description

Purpose

To safely manufacture custom-designed electronic hardware to meet customer, regulatory, and specification requirements, as part of a collaborative Production Team.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture products in line with standard practices, build instructions, and safety requirements, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard.
• Operate production equipment and tooling correctly, ensuring all tools are safe and fit for use, and promptly reporting any issues to the Production Manager.
• Follow safe working practices at all times, including correct use of PPE where required.
• Adhere to Quality Management System (QMS) processes, procedures, and work instructions to maintain product conformity.
• Apply a “Right First Time” approach to all tasks, ensuring consistent quality standards throughout the build process.

Knowledge /

Required

• Demonstrable experience in a similar manufacturing or production role.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and wiring diagrams.

Ideal

• Qualification in Electronics Engineering.

General Expectations for All Staff

• Actively demonstrate and align with the company's core values and behaviours.
• Be proactive, contribute ideas, and support continuous business improvement.
• Undertake relevant training, attend meetings, and engage in team activities as required.
• Follow health and safety procedures to ensure personal and colleague safety, and safeguard visitors and customers.
• Work flexibly within skill level to meet changing priorities, customer needs, and business objectives.
• Support Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, and follow the Anti-Harassment and Bullying policies.
• Familiarise yourself with company policies and procedures and act in compliance at all times