Production Technician

CMD Recruitment; Melksham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Production Technician to join a well-established manufacturing business in Melksham. The role involves assembling and manufacturing electronic products while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in electronics production, a positive attitude, and be confident using hand tools. Competitive salary, benefits, and immediate interviews available.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Clean, modern production environment

Qualifications

• Experience in electronics manufacturing or production assembly.
• Confident with hand tools, soldering, and crimping.
• Ability 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.
• Report any build issues to the Production Supervisor.

Skills

Electronics manufacturing

Assembly skills

Soldering

Crimping

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Qualification in Electronics or Engineering

Tools

Soldering iron

Handheld crimp tools

Heat-shrink materials

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 in 2025/2026, 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
• 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 - £28,000 (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