Cosworth
Manufacturing Technician
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Job Description:
An opportunity has arisen to join our Operations team as a Manufacturing Technician on a permanent basis, to support our Electronics Team based in Cottenham, Cambridge.
The Role:
- Assemble complex electronic products for leading Motorsport customers in line with engineering specifications.
- Interpret detailed assembly instructions, drawings and build documentation accurately.
- Build products in accordance with documented processes, achieving first-pass quality with no rework.
- Work to IPC-A-610 electro-mechanical standards, maintaining compliance at all times.
- Maintain high levels of quality, and traceability throughout the build process.
- Ensure finished products meet defined visual and presentation standards prior to release.
- Carry out encapsulation, labelling and final inspection to premium customer standards.
- Perform precision assembly tasks requiring fine adjustment, care and attention to detail.
- Undertake high-quality soldering.
- Conduct low-level testing and controlled product power-up procedures.
- Collaborate effectively within a small production team, maintaining clear communication.
- Manage workload to meet delivery deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
- Respond positively to changing priorities and urgent production requirements.
- Remain composed under pressure, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.
- Support the Company’s compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 by following company policy and best practice.
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Candidate Profile:
Essential
- Proven experience in electro-mechanical assembly.
- Ability to read and interpret detailed assembly instructions, drawings and technical documentation.
- High level of manual dexterity and attention to detail.
- Demonstrable soldering capability.
- Strong commitment to quality and first-pass build principles.
- Ability to work methodically and patiently on complex assemblies.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a small team environment.
- Able to manage workload, handle pressure and meet deadlines without compromising quality.
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Desirable
- Experience of soldering to IPC-A-610 standards is desirable; however, training can be provided for the right candidate.
- Formal IPC-A-610 certification.
- Experience within Motorsport, automotive electronics or high-performance engineering environments.
- Experience in product testing and controlled power-up procedures.
- Familiarity with encapsulation processes and final product presentation standards.
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