Production Technician

Steatite Limited; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pensions Plan

Life Assurance Scheme

Profit Share Scheme

Sick Pay Scheme

EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Job summary

Steatite Limited in Ashchurch, near Tewkesbury, is looking for a Production Technician to join the Manufacturing team. You will assemble, configure and test electrical and computer-based products used in defence, transport, industrial and security sectors.

This hands-on role demands high accuracy, technical aptitude and clear focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement within a collaborative production environment.

Qualifications

• Practical hands-on assembly experience across electrical and computer-based products.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a manufacturing setting.
• Good communication and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, configure and test electrical and computer-based products.
• Carry out mechanical assembly per drawings and specs.
• Maintain accurate production, test and quality records.
• Identify and report technical issues as required.
• Ensure products meet customer, quality and engineering standards.
• Follow manufacturing procedures and engineering documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work flexibly across production areas to support business needs.

Skills

Computer hardware

Windows OS

Manual dexterity

Hands-on assembly

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

No formal degree required

Tools

Cable assembly

Soldering (J-STD)

IPC-610/IPC-620 awareness

Mechanical assembly techniques

Job description

The Role

Steatite is seeking a skilled and motivated Production Technician to join our Manufacturing team in our Ashchurch site in Tewkesbury.

Working within a specialist engineering environment, you will assemble, configure and test electrical & computer-based products used in demanding defence, transport, industrial and security applications.

This is a hands-on role requiring a high level of accuracy, technical aptitude and attention to detail, ensuring products are manufactured and tested to the highest quality standards. You will work as part of a collaborative production team, supporting the delivery of innovative products whilst maintaining a strong focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, configure and test electrical and computer-based products.
• Carry out mechanical assembly in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Maintain accurate production, test and quality records.
• Identify, investigate and report technical issues where required.
• Ensure products meet customer, quality and engineering standards.
• Follow manufacturing procedures and engineering documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the production environment.
• Work flexibly across different production areas to support business requirements.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Understanding of computer hardware components.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows operating systems and applications.
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail.
• Ability to undertake practical, hands-on assembly work.
• Strong communication and team working skills.
• Physically capable of carrying out production activities where required.

Desirable

• Experience of cable assembly, wiring harnesses and looms.
• Soldering experience to J-STD standards.
• Awareness of or certification in IPC-610 and IPC-620.
• Good understanding of mechanical assembly techniques and engineering standards.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing engineering business that designs and manufactures specialist technology used in some of the world's most demanding environments.

As a Production Technician, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work on innovative, high-quality products used across defence, transport, industrial and security sectors.
• Develop your technical skills across electrical, mechanical and computer-based assembly and testing.
• Gain exposure to specialist manufacturing techniques and engineering best practice.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative team that values quality, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Contribute ideas that help improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
• Build a long-term career within a business that invests in its people and encourages ongoing professional development.

Benefits For You

• Competitive Salary/EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme/26 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays + More For Length of Service/Pensions Plan/Company Sick Pay Scheme/Life Assurance Scheme/Profit Share Scheme

We are an equal opportunity employer fostering an inclusive recruitment experience for all candidates.