Production Operator (Soldering)

PRODUCTION OPERATORS (SOLDERING)
BASED LIVINGSTON, PERMANENT ROLE AND FIXED TERM CONTRACT ROLE AVAILABLE
COMPETITIVE SALARY PLUS EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

Based in Livingston, ESS Recruit’s client is a well-established global business. They are a high technology equipment supplier into the research sector and currently enjoying a period of high growth. Ongoing growth and expansion plans mean they now need to make the key hire of  Production Operators with wiring and soldering experience.

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Production Operators will be responsible for the wiring and electromechanical assembly of various photonics products, electrical sub-assemblies, and custom designed equipment in accordance with production documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manufacture, wire and assemble electronic and mechanical components and sub-assemblies and to integrate them into the products as required.
• Hand soldering - conventional and surface mount.
• Ensure that the specification and manufacturing standard of electronic wiring complies with required international standards and safety regulations.
• Ensure that all electronic wiring is carried out in compliance with formulated Quality procedures.
• Adhere to all internal Company policies and health & safety procedures.
• Liaise with the Inspection and Test areas of the Company and suggest remedies to minimise Non-Conforming Reports and product rework.
• Ensure that all equipment is correctly used, stored, and maintained.

Experience:

• Relevant work experience in electronic wiring, PCB population and assembly coupled with a systematic and thoughtful approach
• Practical experience in electrical production techniques, PCB assembly, soldering, wiring, crimping, etc.
• Practical experience in wiring sub-assemblies and looms with minimum supervision from wiring schedules and diagrams.
• The ability to recognise standard electronic components both conventional and surface mount.

It would also be advantageous if you had any experienced in point-to-point wiring of components/assemblies, with the ability to recognise electronic components and wire in accordance with schematic diagrams, as would a mechanical/assembly background.  The roles will suit Production Operators with good soldering skills.  Candidates could come from a range of engineering, manufacturing or technical backgrounds, but OEM, product assembly / build and test or electronics would be a distinct advantage.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a very well-established business going through extensive growth globally. The relevant candidate will benefit from a solid base salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including: discretional bonus, private medical insurance, company pension, life insurance and a flexible weekly working pattern that allows an early finish on a Friday / hybrid working to suit and paid over time. Enhanced job security and the chance to grow and progress your career can be taken as given.  To learn more about this role please send your CV to our recruitment partner at ESS Recruit Katie Hydes.