Production Technician

WIKA Instruments Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in measurement technology is seeking a Production or Laboratory Technician to join their innovative team. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge optical sensing technology in a cleanroom environment. You will be responsible for lapping and polishing components, conducting detailed metrology, and participating in R&D activities. With a focus on training and career development, this position provides flexible working options and a supportive environment where your skills can flourish. If you're passionate about precision and technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible hours

Half-day Fridays

Training and career development opportunities

Free on-site parking

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleanroom environment, such as a laboratory.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and follow processes.

Responsibilities

• Lapping and polishing sapphire components to fine tolerances.
• Conducting acid cleaning and basic mechanical assembly of optical sensor components.

Skills

Hands-on skills with hand tools

Manual dexterity

Detailed metrology

Basic machine maintenance

Good hand-eye coordination

Basic IT skills (Word, Excel)

Education

Production or Laboratory Technician experience

Graduate in relevant field

Tools

Microscopes

Inspection tools

Verniers

Job description

For over 75 years, WIKA has been a renowned partner and competent specialist in measurement technology. With a focus on innovation and reliability, WIKA has achieved a leading position in the global market.

Within the WIKA Group, 11,200 employees work on pressure, temperature, force, and level measurement, as well as flow measurement, calibration, and SF₆ gas solutions.

WIKA Optical Sensing Ltd, formerly Oxsensis, was acquired by WIKA in 2023 and specializes in optical sensing technology for pressure and temperature measurement.

Your Activities:

• Lapping and polishing sapphire components to fine tolerances and finishes.
• Performing detailed metrology, maintenance, and calibration in a clean-room environment.
• Conducting acid cleaning, thermo-compression bonding, potting, and basic mechanical assembly of optical sensor components.
• Participating in R&D and production work in a small organization.
• Managing laboratory tools and equipment, including cleaning and maintenance.
• Taking measurements and verifying product conformance with microscopes and inspection tools.
• Cleaning using various chemicals, including solvents and acids.

Your Profile:

• Production or Laboratory Technician experience; open to junior technicians or graduates.
• Hands-on skills with hand tools and manual dexterity.
• Experience in a cleanroom environment, such as a laboratory.
• Good hand-eye coordination and ability to work with small tools and components like optics, microscopes, tweezers, and verniers.
• Experience with detailed metrology, basic machine maintenance, and calibration.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and follow processes.
• Basic IT skills (Word, Excel); knowledge of production control software is a plus but not essential.

What we offer:

• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible hours and hybrid working options
• Half-day Fridays (lunch-time finish)
• Training and career development opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Referral Scheme

Please note: Hybrid working availability depends on role requirements.