Manufacturing Technician

Location: Cambridge, CB4
Type: Permanent – On site 5 days per week
Hours: 8am – 4pm
Salary: up to £33,000 depending on experience
Job Reference: 36279
We're looking for a skilled Manufacturing Technician to join a high-tech engineering environment supporting the defence and space sectors. Working within a cleanroom and Lean manufacturing setting, you will be responsible for precision assembly, inspection and testing of micro-components, contributing to both production and new product development activities.
Responsibilities

• Assemble precision sub-assemblies and finished products to engineering specifications
• Test products and components to ensure function and quality standards are met
• Troubleshoot faults in equipment, devices or products
• Set up, operate and adjust production equipment in line with standard operating procedures
• Support engineers with prototype builds and new product/process development
• Inspect finished goods to company and customer specifications
• Use measuring tools such as callipers, micrometres and gauges to ensure accuracy
• Maintain accurate production records, logs and data entry (Excel/MES systems)
• Create and update manufacturing documentation including work instructions and batch records
• Manage materials, waste and inventory in line with company procedures
• Communicate effectively with engineering, operations and cross-functional teams

Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment (precision assembly desirable)
• Strong practical and hands-on skills and a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to follow and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
• Experience using measurement and inspection equipment
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom or controlled environment (desirable)
• Good understanding of process control and quality standards
• Confident using Microsoft Excel or manufacturing data systems
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Positive attitude with a proactive approach to continuous improvement

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below

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