Production Technician

Steatite Limited; Leominster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Steatite Antennas in Leominster is seeking a dedicated Production Technician to join the manufacturing team. This hands-on role supports the construction, assembly, testing and production of bespoke RF and electrical products used in demanding environments.

The position is full-time, site-based and permanent, offering opportunities to develop technical skills across production, testing and assembly activities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, assembly or production environment.
• Electrical or mechanical discipline desirable.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Soldering experience.
• Strong problem-solving and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Positive, adaptable and solution-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Interpret technical instructions and engineering drawing packs.
• Assemble RF and electrical products using hand and power tools.
• Inspect components, sub-assemblies and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Carry out soldering and intricate assembly activities.
• Test finished products and diagnose faults where required.
• Convert stock materials into production components.
• Maintain accurate production records and report issues.
• Support continuous improvement and collaborate with other departments.
• Ensure safe working practices and adherence to company procedures.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Soldering

Quality inspection

Manual dexterity

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated Production Technician to join our manufacturing team at Steatite Antennas in Leominster.

In this hands-on role, you will support the construction, assembly, testing and production of bespoke RF and electrical products used within demanding and mission-critical environments. Working within a technical manufacturing setting, you will help ensure the highest standards of quality, precision and reliability are consistently achieved.

This is a full-time, site-based permanent position.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret technical instructions and engineering drawing packs
• Assemble RF and electrical products using hand and power tools
• Inspect components, sub-assemblies and finished products to ensure quality standards are met
• Carry out soldering and intricate assembly activities
• Test finished products and diagnose faults where required
• Convert stock materials into production components
• Maintain accurate production records and report issues
• Support continuous improvement and collaborate with other departments
• Ensure safe working practices and adherence to company procedures

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, assembly or production environment
• Background within an electrical or mechanical discipline desirable
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Soldering experience and assembly skills
• Strong problem-solving and organisational abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Positive, adaptable and solution-focused approach

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on innovative RF and antenna technology used in demanding real-world applications
• Be part of a growing engineering business focused on quality, innovation and continuous improvement
• Gain exposure to a diverse and technically advanced product range
• Work within a collaborative and experienced manufacturing team
• Opportunity to develop technical skills and broaden experience across production, testing and assembly activities
• Contribute directly to products supporting critical communications and specialist industries