Senior Mechanical Technician – Vacuum & Plasma Systems

Oxford Instruments GmbH; Severn Beach; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Share incentive plan

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Structured career development

Collaborative environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology is seeking a Lead Mechanical Technician to support the Production team in assembling high-tech products. You will develop the build cell, ensure ISO procedures are followed, and help the Team Leader manage workflow and equipment readiness.

The role requires an engineering background with strong hands-on skills, the ability to fault-find, and a commitment to Lean and 5S principles. Shifts are rotating (early/afternoon) with a 4+1 pattern.

Qualifications

• Time served mechanical apprenticeship.
• ONC or other professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop the build cell capability to maximise quality, cost and delivery by continuous improvement of system knowledge and skills.
• Support the development of Standard Operating Procedure documentation to support Lean manufacturing principles.
• Ensure that the requirements of the BOM and the customer specification are achieved, completing the ISO 9001, 18001 and 14001 procedures.
• Ensure that work allocated to the build team is carried out efficiently, keeping the team leader informed of shortages or technical issues as they arise and what action is being taken to resolve issues that may jeopardise the build plan.
• Identify and resolve build problems by liaising with other departments (where necessary), using reference documents as required.
• In the absence of the team leader, plan the workload and maintain the efficiency of the build cell, where necessary referring people and facilities issues to the Production Manager.
• Set an example and ensure that the highest level of attendance, quality, Health and Safety, build cleanliness and “5S” within the build areas.
• Interpret manufacturing systems in order to support the build process.
• Ensure that company rules and procedures are observed and liaise with the Team Leader on issues of non-compliance.

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Read drawings

Communication skills

Fault finding

PC skills

Education

Time served apprenticeship

ONC or equivalent

Job description

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology is seeking a Lead Mechanical Technician to support the Production team in assembling high-tech products. You will develop the build cell, ensure ISO procedures are followed, and help the Team Leader manage workflow and equipment readiness.

The role requires an engineering background with strong hands-on skills, the ability to fault-find, and a commitment to Lean and 5S principles. Shifts are rotating (early/afternoon) with a 4+1 pattern.