Production Technician (Manufacturing)

OpenWorks Engineering; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in the North East of England is seeking motivated Technicians to join their team. In this full-time role, you will be assembling and testing complex electro-mechanical products, ensuring operational readiness through precise construction and configuration. The position offers a pay rate starting at £13.00 per hour, performance-related bonuses, and various employee perks, including private healthcare and team social activities. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative and detail-oriented environment, ready to contribute to innovative defense technology initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

25 days’ holiday + public holidays

Long-service rewards

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Salary sacrifice schemes

Paid team socials

Freshly cooked lunches

Qualifications

• Keen to learn basic soldering skills.
• Interested in developing basic wiring abilities.
• Maintain strong organisational skills and meticulous approach.

Responsibilities

• Assemble intricate electro‑mechanical camera systems.
• Construct projectiles with precision.
• Pack nets for operational readiness.
• Configure parachutes to meet standards.
• Refurbish and reassemble shot projectiles.
• Join outdoor testing activities.
• Assist with user training.

Skills

Comfortable using mechanical and electrical hand tools

Basic soldering skills

Good basic wiring abilities

Able to convey information clearly

Proactive and collaborative attitude

Thrive in a team environment

Strong organisational skills

Motivated to learn and take initiative

Job description

You’ll play a hands‑on role in building, testing, and supporting our specialist electro‑mechanical products.

Responsibilities

• Assemble: Build intricate electro‑mechanical camera systems within a clean‑room environment.
• Construct: Assemble projectiles with precision and consistency.
• Prepare: Pack nets to exacting standards for operational readiness.
• Configure: Pack and organise parachutes to meet safety and performance criteria.
• Rebuild: Refurbish and reassemble shot projectiles used in testing and training.
• Test: Join our outdoor field‑testing activities to validate system performance.
• Support: Assist with user training activities to help customers operate our products confidently.

Qualifications & Skills

• Tool‑Proficient: Comfortable using mechanical and electrical hand tools.
• Soldering‑Ready: Keen to learn or already possess basic soldering skills.
• Wiring‑Capable: Interested in developing or already have good basic wiring abilities.
• Communicative: Able to convey information clearly and confidently.
• Positive: Bring a proactive, professional, and collaborative attitude.
• Team‑Focused: Thrive in a small, tight‑knit, and dedicated team environment.
• Detail‑Oriented: Maintain strong organisational skills and a meticulous approach.
• Self‑Driven: Motivated to learn, take initiative, and work effectively without supervision.

We’re looking for motivated Technicians who thrive on assembling and testing complex electro‑mechanical products and are excited to help shape the next phase of our expansion.

About the Role

OpenWorks is a rapidly growing business operating globally with a passion for exceptional engineering and building on a legacy of defence innovation in the North East of England. Our products provide ultra‑high performance, real‑time detection, tracking, identification and targeting of dynamic aerial threats. They have been deployed internationally to protect high‑profile military and civilian assets, and contribute towards the defeat of nuisance, misguided and maliciously deployed drones during operations. We are very proud to have supported a wide range of law enforcement and military operators, protecting many of the most high‑profile sites and individuals around the world. Be a world‑leading provider of autonomous technology for surveillance applications and defence.

Job Details

This full‑time, permanent role (37.5 hours per week) offers a pay rate from £13.00 per hour, with time‑and‑a‑half for overtime, working Monday‑Friday.

Competitive remuneration package, with performance‑related bonuses and clear progression opportunities. 25 days’ holiday + public holidays, with long‑service rewards and the option to buy up to 5 additional days. Free breakfast and freshly cooked lunches every day, courtesy of Chef Mark and his team. Private healthcare through Aviva, keeping you feeling your best. Life assurance for peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Salary sacrifice schemes – including EV car and Cycle to Work options for easy, sustainable travel. Paid team socials – from quiz nights and football to board games and more; we love to have fun together.