Solderer

Ford & Stanley Talentwise; East Staffordshire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start available

Overtime opportunities (Time & ½)

Long-term contract through Christmas

Job summary

Ford & Stanley Talentwise is recruiting a Soldering Technician to join a Burton upon Trent production team. The role focuses on high-quality soldering of electronic components and assemblies, following drawings, and meeting production deadlines.

Immediate start is available on a long-term contract through Christmas, with potential for permanence for the right candidate. The role involves testing and inspecting soldered parts, working with through-hole and SMT components, and contributing to a

Qualifications

• Previous soldering experience is essential.
• Experience with through-hole and/or SMT components is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Good manual dexterity and the ability to work accurately on small components.
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Soldering electronic components and assemblies.
• Working with both through-hole and surface mount (SMT) components.
• Following engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality procedures.
• Inspecting completed work to ensure accuracy and workmanship standards are met.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Supporting production schedules and project deadlines.

Skills

Soldering

SMT components

Through-hole components

Quality procedures

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Tools

None

Job description

Soldering Technician

• Location: Burton upon Trent
• Pay Rate: £13.00 per hour
• Hours: 07:00 - 15:30 (flexibility available, including 08:00 - 16:30)
• Contract Length: Until Christmas
• Overtime: Available at Time & ½

Ford & Stanley are pleased to be supporting our client based in Burton upon Trent in the recruitment of a Soldering Technician to join their growing production team.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with soldering experience to secure a long-term contract running through to Christmas. While not guaranteed, there may be the potential for a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

The Role

As a Soldering Technician, you will play a key role in the production process, carrying out high-quality soldering work on electronic components and assemblies. Working as part of a dedicated team, you'll ensure products meet customer specifications, quality standards, and production deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Soldering electronic components and assemblies.
• Working with both through-hole and surface mount (SMT) components.
• Following engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality procedures.
• Inspecting completed work to ensure accuracy and workmanship standards are met.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Supporting production schedules and project deadlines.

About You

• Previous soldering experience is essential.
• Experience working with through-hole and/or SMT components is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Good manual dexterity and the ability to work accurately on small components.
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work effectively as part of a team

Why Apply?

• Immediate start available
• Long-term contract through to Christmas
• Consistent overtime opportunities
• Early finish to your working day
• Supportive team environment
• Potential permanent opportunity for the right candidate

Interview Process

Candidates will be required to attend an interview, which will include a basic practical soldering test to assess competency and skill level.

Hours & Overtime

Standard working hours are 07:00 - 15:30.
Flexibility may be available, including 08:00 - 16:30.
Plenty of overtime opportunities are available.
Overtime is paid at time and a half.

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment Drug & Alcohol Screening
• Pre-employment Medical Assessment

If you have soldering experience and are looking for a stable opportunity with regular overtime and an immediate start in Burton upon Trent, we would love to hear from you.

About Ford & Stanley Group

Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.

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Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy.