Robotics Production Technician - Early Shift 22.5% Allowance

Harwin; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary plus 22.5% shift +

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Company bonus scheme

Company pension

Life assurance (3x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Ongoing training and development

Opportunity to work with advanced tech

Job summary

Harwin, based in Portsmouth, is seeking a Production Technician for our Robotics Manufacturing Team. You will set up, run, and monitor bespoke automated equipment to meet production targets and quality standards, troubleshoot issues, and participate in continuous improvement efforts.

Comprehensive training and mentoring are provided to develop your career in advanced manufacturing. We welcome hands-on technicians with ME skills, a good eye for detail, and the ability to work well in a team.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or production experience.
• Hands-on approach with good mechanical aptitude.
• Experience using hand tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate advanced automated production machinery.
• Monitor machine performance and identify faults.
• Support fault-finding and assist with machine repairs.
• Conduct quality inspections using vision systems and measurement tools.
• Complete production and quality records including first-off and in-process checks.
• Use ERP to manage production workflows.
• Interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Carry out patrol inspections to ensure quality standards.
• Collaborate with Production Support to resolve equipment issues.
• Monitor machine utilisation and support continuous improvement.
• Maintain 5S and FOD housekeeping standards.
• Help the team meet production targets while complying with EN9100.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Hands-on

Hand tools

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication

KPI targets

Tools

ERP system

Measuring equipment

Vision systems

Job description

Harwin, based in Portsmouth, is seeking a Production Technician for our Robotics Manufacturing Team. You will set up, run, and monitor bespoke automated equipment to meet production targets and quality standards, troubleshoot issues, and participate in continuous improvement efforts.

Comprehensive training and mentoring are provided to develop your career in advanced manufacturing. We welcome hands-on technicians with ME skills, a good eye for detail, and the ability to work well in a team.