Production Technician

CMD Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Melksham is seeking a Production Technician to join their expanding team. This full-time role involves assembling electronic products, interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates should have experience in electronics manufacturing and a positive team attitude. The position offers a salary of £24,000 - £27,000 and includes benefits such as 28 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Flexible start/finish options

Qualifications

• Previous experience in electronics manufacturing or production assembly.
• Confident with hand tools, soldering, and crimping.
• Able to follow technical instructions and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and manufacture electronic products to specification.
• Collaborate with the test team on inspections and in-process testing.
• Follow build procedures adhering to health & safety standards.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing

Assembly skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Soldering

Attention to detail

Education

Qualification in Electronics or Engineering

Tools

Hand tools

Soldering irons

Handheld crimp tools

Job description

Production Technician
Location: Melksham, Wiltshire
Salary: 24,000 - 27,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Are you an experienced Production Technician with a background in electronics or assembly? We're currently partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing business in Melksham, who are looking to expand their production team with skilled technicians.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with a strong order book heading in 2025, a great team environment, and a reputation for high-quality, specialist electronic products.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assembling and manufacturing electronic products to specification
• Working with soldering irons, handheld crimp tools, and heat-shrink materials
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Following build procedures and adhering to health & safety standards
• Collaborating with the test team on inspections and in-process testing
• Highlighting and reporting any build issues to the Production Supervisor

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in electronics manufacturing or production assembly
• Confident with hand tools, soldering, and crimping
• Able to follow technical instructions and engineering drawings
• A qualification in Electronics or Engineering is advantageous but not essential
• Strong attention to detail and a positive, team-focused attitude

What's On Offer:

• Salary between 24,000 - 27,000 (depending on experience)
• 28 days holiday
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Day shift hours (Monday-Friday, with flexible start/finish options)
• Clean, modern production environment
• Immediate interviews available