Trainee Production Assembly Technician - Datum Electronics

Datum Electronics; East Cowes; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training & development

Medical & Dental plan (probation)

Company Car Scheme (EV)

Job summary

Datum Electronics is seeking a Trainee Production Assembly Technician to join our team in the UK. You will assist in assembling transducers and electrical sensor systems with close attention to detail and a hands-on approach.

The role emphasizes following engineering drawings, wiring and soldering, and basic testing, while maintaining a clean workspace and collaborating with the production team. Training will be provided to develop technique and knowledge.

Qualifications

• Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Reliable, conscientious, and quality-focused.
• Basic computer literacy and data entry into production/quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Assemble transducers and electrical sensor systems.
• Perform strain gauging and follow drawings/assembly instructions.
• Solder electrical terminations and wiring components.
• Conduct visual inspections and basic testing of assembled products.
• Maintain a clean, organised work area.
• Collaborate with the production team.

Skills

Hands-on

Team player

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Reliable

Quality-focused

Tools

Soldering

Reading electrical diagrams

Reading engineering drawings

Job description

We are seeking a Trainee Production Assembly Technician to join our team, assisting in the assembly of transducers and electrical sensor systems. This role would suit a hands‑on individual with excellent attention to detail and a positive, can‑do attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Assembly of transducers and electrical sensor systems.
• Strain gauging
• Following engineering drawings, assembly instructions, and quality procedures.
• Soldering electrical terminations and wiring components.
• Conducting visual inspections and basic testing of assembled products.
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area.
• Working collaboratively as part of the production team.

Essential Requirements

• Hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Reliable, conscientious, and quality-focused.
• Basic computer literacy skills, including the ability to use standard software applications and enter production or quality-related data accurately.

Desirable Skills and Experience

Training will be provided; however, the following would be advantageous:

• Previous experience soldering electrical terminations in a production or assembly environment.
• Experience working within a manufacturing or production assembly setting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical circuit diagrams.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

What We Offer

• Full training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to develop technical and engineering assembly skills.
• Long‑term career progression within the business.
• Company Medical & Dental Plan - following probation
• Company Car Scheme (EV) - following probation

If you are motivated, eager to learn, and enjoy practical, hands‑on work, we would love to hear from you.